Saratoga TODAY - September 20-26, 2019

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Scotties Soccer on Fire

by Lindsay Wilson Saratoga TODAY BALLSTON SPA — A season that kicked off with the largest attendance for tryouts, and four players injured, Coach Brian Retersdorf is confident this self–driven group of athletes will achieve great success this upcoming season.

This is Coach Retersdorf ’s ninth season coaching soccer at the school, and with each year he notices the team grows whether it be in participation or skill.

Ballston Spa High School Girls Varsity Soccer Team. Photo provided.

Shifting Gears

See Story pg. 43

Saratoga Native American Festival

Balancing the Sport of Motherhood and Racing Rachel Uccellini tackling the finish line of Appalachian Gap. Photo provided.

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Photo by SuperSource Media, LLC. See Story pg. 10

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Neighbors:

Week of September 20 – September 26, 2019

Snippets of Life From Your Community

INTERVIEW & PHOTO BY: Kevin Matyi.

Who: Adam Fitch Where: King’s Tavern

Q. How did three people become co-owners?

A. The three of us are actually brothers, and we own the Saratoga City Tavern in downtown. About six years ago, we decided to venture out and open up another bar and restaurant, and came across this place.

Q. So this place has been open for about six years?

A. Well, we’ve taken it over for six years. Before that, it was vacant, and before that the previous owners only opened up for about six weeks per year, during track season.

Q. I take it that King’s Tavern is open year-round?

A. Yes, we’re open seven days a week at noon everyday. We’re open for lunch and dinner.

Q. Do you have any events or the like, per week or month?

A. Monday’s are BOGO for a mug club, Tuesdays we have trivia, and every other Friday we have Karaoke. Every Friday and Saturday there’s live music. There’s no karaoke on nights with live music.

Q. How are things different between your two bars?

A. The food vendors are totally different, there are two different chefs that give a different feel on our food menu. Everything over here is smoked, there’s no smoked food over there. And just the clientele, there are two different clientele-feels, two different vibes. This is more of a neighborhood pub, while City Tavern’s down in the heart of everything.

From left to right, Patrick, Adam and Jason Fitch, brothers and co-owne Photo by Kevin Matyi.

rs of King’s Tavern.

Q. How do you, personally like it here?

A. We love it here, everyone’s been very welcoming on this side of town and it’s nice, it’s got family atmosphere, so it’s been a lot of fun.

Week of September 20 – September 26, 2019

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Franklin Community Center Receives Donation

by Kevin Matyi Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Last Tuesday, Sept. 17, Brookfield Renewable Energy presented a check for $48,500 to Franklin Community Center in Saratoga Springs.

Andy Davis, Director, Stakeholder Relations and Media Contact for Brookfield, said that every year, they hold a fundraiser in Saratoga during the summer so that they can give such donations to between six and eight charities across the country.

The only requirement is that the charities need to be in communities that are around Brookfield power plants, such as the ones in Queensbury and Schuylerville.

“This is a one-time large donation, kind of a shot in the arm for organizations,” Davis said. “We have a charitable giving organization that we manage yearround that does smaller donations on request…but this is the big fundraiser that we do once per year.”

Brookfield is “one of the world’s largest investors in renewable power, with 18,100 megawatts of generating capacity,” according to its official website. To tap renewable energy, the website says Brookfield has 7,900 megawatts in hydroelectric generators, 4,900 megawatts of wind power and 1,700 megawatts of solar power.

Additionally, the company has areas for real estate, infrastructure and personal equity. The real estate side of Brookfield manages

assets worth $194 billion, the infrastructure $66 billion and the private equity $61 billion.

Kari Cushing, Director of the Franklin Community Center, said that the bulk of the donation would be going to the Center’s Project Lift.

According to the Center’s website, Project Lift is an afterschool prevention program “that places emphasis on positive youth development activities, raising selfesteem and the development of refusal, decision-making, problem solving and communications skills,” for children in first- through sixth-grade.

Currently, Project Lift services all six elementary schools in the area, and recently extended into the middle school. Each school has a team of three people with the Center, along with some high school volunteers, working with a maximum of 25 students per school.

Additionally, the Center has various other functions. The main building is used for administrative jobs, with the upstairs area being for Project Lift, while the back of the building is for the food pantry.

The pantry started as a shoe rack of donated food, and over time has become an over 600 square foot area, more than five times the size of the entire original room. Outside of the pantry are a set of gardens and herb gardens so that the Center can grow its own supplies.

Currently, the pantry gets food at approximately an even split between donations from the

Franklin Community Center volunteers and Brookfield Renewable Energy representatives. Photo by Kevin Matyi.

community and purchases from the Northeastern Regional Food Bank. Over time, the Center has tried to make the pantry have healthier options, such as unsalted broths and more fresh produce.

Aside from the main building, the Center has two additional properties. The first is a free store, which accepts donations on Tuesdays, and people can shop for the likes of clothing, shoes, children’s toys and such on Wednesdays and Thursdays.

Jaime Williams, Associate Director and Development Director of the Center, said that

for the free store, they focus on items that people can bring in and take out easily and which are in season, not items like furniture.

The free store building also has two apartments upstairs. The apartments’ rent pays for the building, while the store is run entirely by volunteers.

The final building the Center owns is the Community Manor, across the street from the food pantry. Williams said that the Manor has 17 apartments for low income people, and that the tenants tend to form their own sort of community.

She recounted that one time a

fire broke out due to a candle, and while everyone went outside as per the fire plan, the woman who had lit the candle was not with them.

Once people knew that she was missing, another tenant rushed back inside with help to get her out, which they succeeded in doing.

In addition to being tenants at the Manor, many of the residents grow some of their own food via personal gardens behind the building, and provide some kind of support to the Center via volunteer tasks, such as weeding.

For more information, visit franklincommunitycenter.org.

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BLOTTER

Week of September 20 – September 26, 2019

County Sheriff Issues Public Warning About The “Felony Lane Gang” BALLSTON SPA — Sheriff Michael Zurlo would like to make the public aware of a string a thefts from vehicles that have been taking place in Saratoga County and surrounding communities.

A group of individuals often referred to as the Felony Lane Gang (FLG), have been targeting unoccupied vehicles and stealing wallets and purses from these vehicles. The FBI describes them as “a group of organized burglary and identity theft rings operating in multiple jurisdictions throughout the U.S.”

The group sometimes takes the items from unlocked vehicles but will also break car windows to gain entry. The areas where this group frequents are typically daycare centers, gyms and parks (including ball fields), locations where women often leave their purses or wallets in their vehicle.

Residents are asked to not leave purses, wallets or other valuables in their vehicles even if they are only leaving their vehicle for a few minutes. These criminals can commit their crimes in a matter of seconds.

The MO of the group is to travel to an area in rental vehicles, steal license plates from local residents’ vehicles to place on their rental vehicle, and then steal from vehicles in the above named parking lots during the daylight hours. The group will then use disguises to look like the VI and use the VI’s driver’s license to cash checks at area banks.

Area law enforcement agencies are actively working together to apprehend these perpetrators.

Week of September 20 – September 26, 2019

COURT Paul C. Zaroba, 45, of Saratoga Springs, was sentenced Sept.

12 to 1 to 3 years state prison, after pleading to felony DWI, in Saratoga Springs.

Justin N. Thurber, 33, of Stillwater, pleaded Sept. 12 to felony DWI in Malta. Sentencing Nov. 14.

Philip E. Griffith, Jr., 54, of Gansevoort, was sentenced Sept. 10 to five years probation, after pleading to felony DWI in Wilton.

Richard E. Hileman, 36, of Ballston Spa, pleaded Sept.

13 to attempted making a terroristic threat, a felony initially charged July 21, 2019. Sentencing scheduled Nov. 15.

POLICE Amahad Danzy, 31, of Albany, was charged Sept. 14 in Saratoga Springs with misdemeanor aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, and a speeding violation.

BLOTTER 5 Michael Lashomb, 33, of Watertown, was charged Sept.

15 in Saratoga Springs with misdemeanor DWI, refusing to take a breath test, and speeding.

Nicholas Hanley, 26, of Clifton Park, was charged Sept. 15 in Saratoga Springs with misdemeanor DWI and aggravated DWI, in addition to several driving related violations.

Edward Iannone, 37, of Saratoga Springs, was charged Sept. 15 with criminal possession of a controlled substance, and

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making an improper turn, after being involved in a onecar personal injury accident on Lincoln Avenue.

Michael Martino, 54, of Oxford, Connecticut, was charged Sept. 14 in Saratoga Springs with aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, and a driving related violation.

Harry Pozefsky, 32, of Saratoga Springs, was charged Sept.

9 and again on Sept. 11 with criminal trespass, both misdemeanors.

Brianne Cogan, 34, of Saratoga Springs, was charged Sept.

10 with the misdemeanors: petit larceny, and criminal possession of a controlled substance, and felony grand larceny.

Gordon Finn, 36, of Albany, was charged Sept. 13 with second degree harassment.

Bryanna E. Furman, 27, of Ballston Spa, was charged Sept. 5 with grand larceny in the third-degree.

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6 Sheila Mae Arpei (LaPoint) SARATOGA SPRINGS — Sheila Mae Arpei (LaPoint), 71, passed away on Monday, August 19, 2019 at her home after a battle with adrenal cancer.

Born in Ballston Spa on July 23, 1948, she was the beloved daughter of the late Helen (Beninati) and Raymond LaPoint.

Sheila met the love of her life, John Peter Arpei in 1967 and the two spent 52 wonderful years together.

Sheila devoted her time and energy to family, community, and others, always putting everyone else first. After graduating from Ballston Spa High School, she earned her Associates degree in Liberal Arts; she then attended SUNY Plattsburgh, leaving in her

Andrew D. Ozolins

BALLSTON SPA — A memorial gathering will be held for Andrew D. Ozolins, 77, who passed away peacefully

OBITUARIES senior year to be with John. Sheila pursued her teaching certificate, completed her bachelor’s degree.

She attained that lifelong goal by graduating from Excelsior College with a Bachelor of Arts degree in History and Psychology at age 65.

Sheila was employed with the Saratoga Springs School District for 33 years, 19 years as an in-school Suspension Teacher’s Aide, 14 years as a substitute teacher; she loved her students, teachers, administrators and made lifelong friendships.

Sheila is survived by her brother, Raymond (Melita) LaPoint Jr. of Sacramento, CA, her three daughters (whom she called her “diamonds”): Kim Irene (Michael) Siciliano of Kennett Square, PA; Laura Jo Kline (Charles) of Harleysville, PA; Dr. Crystal Lynn Arpei-McHugh

(Dr. Robert McHugh), of Wilton and six grandchildren.

Sheila was predeceased by her sister, Elaine McElroy.

A Mass of Christian Burial was held Friday, August 23 at St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church in Ballston Spa. Interment will held at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Ballston Spa. The family would like to thank the doctors and nurses who showed their love and care for Sheila during her battle with cancer.

Please view the website at www.compassionatecare.com.

at home on July 9, 2019, at the Saratoga-Wilton Elks Lodge 161, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs on September 29, 2019 from 4-6 p.m. The Elks’ PER’s will hold their Ritual Service at 5 p.m.

Born in Latvia, he and his Mother escaped to Germany and when he was 10-years-old, they came to Ballston Spa, supported by the Melanders as part of a Sponsorship Program.

A devoted family man, he was the loving and very caring husband of Deborah Dunlap Ozolins for 53 years. He was the father of Christopher A. Ozolins (AnnMarie Parisi) of Petersburg, NY, Peter A. Ozolins (Sarah

Penk) of San Diego, CA., He is also survived by granddaughter, Viviann Freya (4), of Petersburg, sisters-in-law, Susan P. Dunlap of Sausolito, CA and Jeannine Dunlap of St. Petersburg, FL, brother, Aivars Ozolins of Ballston Spa, and extended family. He was predeceased by his brothers-in-law, Bruce L. Dunlap and David C. Dunlap.

Andy graduated from Ballston Spa High School excelling in sports and was a graduate of Union College. He worked at Knolls Atomic Power Lab in Schenectady for 14 years before joining his father-in-law, Stretch Dunlap, in the Hartwell and

Week of September 20 – September 26, 2019

Lynn C. Cole (Hendrickson) SCHUYLERVILLE — Lynn C. (Hendrickson) Cole, 70, passed away Monday, September 16, 2019.

Calling hours are 5 to 7 p.m.

Friday, September 20 at Burke Funeral Home. Funeral service is September 21 at 10 a.m. followed by burial at Maplewood Cemetery.

Memorial donations can be made to Bottskill Baptist Church or the Lung Cancer Society.

Visit burkefuneralhome.com.

Daniel P. Smith CHARLTON — Daniel P. Smith passed peacefully September 14, 2019 surrounded by his family at his residence in Charlton, NY. A memorial service will be held Saturday, September 21, 2019 at the Burnt Hills United Methodist Church at 10 a.m.

Memorial donations may be made to Habitat for Humanity.

Online remembrances may be made at burkefuneralhome.com.

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Shackelford Insurance Office in Saratoga Springs. Andy then consolidated his office into PCI and Commercial Coverage Insurance of Ballston Spa. Andrew was a Past Exalted Ruler of the Saratoga-Wilton Elks BPOE #161 and started many new programs that are still continued by the Elks Lodge.

Andy loved to fish in the area and all over Cape Cod. He also enjoyed poker, vacations with his family on Cape Cod, and more recently time with his beloved granddaughter. He spent many winters ice fishing on Saratoga Lake where he grew up. He was a great cook and griller and loved

to create new recipes for friends and family to enjoy.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to continue the loving care for Debbie Ozolins who is living without Andy’s loving help.

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NEWS 7

Week of September 20 – September 26, 2019

Art in the Park SARATOGA SPRINGS — ­ Art in the Park is a day of fine art in Saratoga Springs’ historic downtown Congress Park, curated and presented by Saratoga Arts.

This years Art in the Park event takes place on Saturday, Sept.

21 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. (Rain date is Saturday, Sept. 28 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m.) The exhibition features artists from the greater Saratoga and Capital regions, displaying and selling their original twoand three-dimensional creations and personally designed and crafted functional art in a beautiful park setting.

Artists will be on hand to discuss their drawing, painting, ceramics, jewelry, silversmithing, sculpture, photography, printmaking, and work in other media - all available for sale! This year’s event will include local music, great food by Given to Fry, Ben and Jerry’s & High Noon Inc., Henna tattoos by Andrea Bacchus and a Kidz Art Zone!

Home of the Good Shepherd Car Show

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Live music performances will take place in front of the carousel in Congress Park as follows: 12 p.m. Honey Slider | 1 p.m. Corry Loveday | 2 p.m. Angelina Valente.

Looking for more information? Call Saratoga Arts at 518-584-4132 or visit our website at www.saratogaarts.org/ exhibitions/artinthepark.

SARATOGA SPRINGS ­ — Not everyone can travel across the U.S. and beyond for classic car shows. That’s why Home of the Good Shepherd had their own Car Show. It was the 1st Annual Car Show at 400 Church Street Saratoga Springs. It was a free Community Event. Residents, staff, family and community members all enjoyed reminiscing and looking at the cars. We would like to thank Ed Sindoni our

amazing photographer, Mitch Fraiser, our live musician, our therapy pigs, our cartoonists for their amazing pictures, our staff for them going beyond the call of duties and our wonderful car owners and enthusiasts.

Ed’s picture can be found on Capitalcarshows.com. All the proceeds from the car show fundraiser will benefit the Walk to End Alzheimer’s October 26, 2019 in Glens Falls.

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SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Saratoga Senior Center will be hosting a housing crawl on Thursday, Oct. 3, from 10:30 a.m. to approximately 6 p.m. The crawl will tour Home of the Good

Shepherd, Wilton Commons, The Summit and Embury Apartments, Wesley. The fee is $10 per person.

For more information or to register, contact the Saratoga Senior Center at 518-584-1621.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Northeast Boston Terrier Rescue, Inc., will be holding its 7th annual Bug’s Boston Terrier Parade to raise money for Boston Terriers in need at Congress Park this

Sunday, Sept. 22, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The parade will go the length of Broadway, with an after party at Baileys.

For more information, visit www.nebostonrescue.com.

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Week of September 20 – September 26, 2019

Youths Represent Saratoga at International Competition Photos provided

by Kevin Matyi Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA COUNTY — Saratoga County 4-H offers a variety of clubs, events and programs to support youths who want to be in the dairy community. This year, two of the 4-H youths have been selected to participate at the national and international level for Dairy Cattle Judging.

Blake Wadsworth.

Libby Swatling of Clifton Park will be representing New York at the Pennsylvania All-American 4-H Dairy Cattle Judging Contest in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.

Blake Wadsworth of Ballston Lake will be representing New York at the North American International Livestock Invitational Youth Dairy Cattle Judging Contest in Louisville, Kentucky.

Together, they represent two of only four participants chosen to

represent New York for each contest.

During the Dairy Cattle Judging Contests, competitors are required to evaluate milk production of dairy cows and heifers, evaluate the animals’ structure, evaluate longevity of production and orally justify the placings.

For more information about the Dairy Cattle Judging Contests and 4-H Dairy, call the Saratoga County 4-H office at 518-8858995, or email bh548@cornell.edu.

Libby Swatling.

Swatling, Wadsworth and Adam King.

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NEWS

Week of September 20 – September 26, 2019

Saratoga Native American Festival

Comes Full Circle Sunday in Congress Park

by Thomas Dimopoulos Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Congress Park will serve as the staging grounds for this weekend’s Native American Festival. The significance of the location is not lost on Joseph Bruchac, whose family was involved in the founding of the festival at the Spa State Park a decade or so ago.

“Congress Park is where the original Indian encampment took place a century ago. And that was the original idea years ago, before the state park approached us,” said Bruchac, whose Native American heritage comes from his mother’s side of the family, the Nulhegan Band of the Abenaki Nation. “And the thing about Congress Park is it’s an incredible venue. I think it’s one of the most beautiful parks

in the country and designed by (Frederick Law) Olmsted – who designed Central Park. “ Historic maps presented in the 1970s to the city’s Community Development offices place the “Indian Encampment,” in an area adjacent to the so-called “Devil’s Chair” in the northeast section of the park close to Circular Street and Spring streets. The encampments were sited in Congress Park up until just before the start of the 20th century, when they were relocated to an area close to Ballston Avenue.

In July 1883, the Saratoga Journal reported on a festival in the “picturesque Indian village,” which “delighted children” and “many well-known citizens and guests” alike, and was highlighted by an Indian medicine ceremony and “fancy rifle shooting by Texas Charley.”

Richard Canfield purchased the encampment grounds in May 1902, according to newspaper accounts of the time. Two decades earlier, Canfield purchased the Saratoga Clubhouse and spent a considerable amount of money during the late 1800s enhancing the building and the surrounding Congress Park grounds. That building – today known as The Canfield Casino houses the Saratoga Springs History Museum and will be used as a staging area for some of Sunday’s events during the Native American Festival.

Sunday’s festival is an important one, Bruchac says.

“One of the traditions in our native culture is that we tell stories, and we do this for two reasons: one is to entertain; the other to educate. Sharing culture is one of the best ways to teach

people things that they may not have ever thought of before,” he says. “So, our festival will, first of all, let people see contemporary Native Americans. We’re not all existing in the teepees on the Great Plains of a hundred years ago but are part of the continuing community of peoples here in the northeast. And secondly, what they’ll get to see is more than 34 different artists offering their works – from baskets and jewelry, to woodcarvings and stone carvings. Pretty amazing stuff. They’ll get to see the continuing strength of our artistry that is so much a part of Native American culture.”

Three years ago, the festival relocated to the National Museum of Dance. In search of an appropriate venue this year, a conversation with Saratoga Arts

Executive Director Joel Reed led to Sunday’s festival staging at Congress Park and at the Canfield Casino.

The first Saratoga Native American Festival was a twoday event. “That first day we had 5,000 people, but the second day we got totally rained out.

That happened to us the second year as well, where we had one good day and one really bad rain day,” Bruchac says. “So now, we thought we’d pick the one good weather day, rather than going with one day that’s good and one day that’s bad,” he joked, looking over the predicted sun-filled forecast for the Sunday.

The Saratoga Native American Festival takes place 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 22 in Congress Park. The event is free and open to the public.

The Saratoga Native American Festival takes place 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.,

Sunday, Sept. 22 in Congress Park. The event is free and open to the public.

10 a.m. • Vendors Open. Flute and Drum Music by James, Jesse and Joseph Bruchac.

11 a.m. • Tom Porter‘s Opening Address. The festival will begin with a traditional opening address, delivered in Mohawk and English by Tom Sakokwenionkwas Porter, who positions with the Mohawk Nation Council of Chiefs and is the spokesman and spiritual leader of the Mohawk community of Kanatsiohareke.

Noon • Grand Entry. Black River Drum, Old Soul Drum, Nulhegan Drum.

12:45 p.m. • Honoring of Chief Don Stevens.

Indian Encampment at Congress Park, circa 1880s.

From the Joki Collection, Saratoga Room at the Saratoga Springs Public Library.

1 p.m. • Haudenosaunee Singers and Dancers.

1:45 p.m. and 3 p.m. • Smoke Dance Competition.

2 p.m. • Brian Blanchett on Canfield Stage.

2:10 p.m. • Joanne Shenandoah on Canfield Stage. Shenandoah, a Grammy Award winner, is one of Native America’s most celebrated musicians.

3 p.m. • Perry Ground storytelling on Canfield Stage. Perry Ground is a Turtle Clan member of the Onondaga Nation of the Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) Confederacy. He has been telling stories for over 20 years as a means of educating people about the culture, beliefs and history of the Haudenosaunee. Perry learned most of the stories he shares from the elders of various Native American communities and feels practicing and perpetuating the oral traditions of Native people is an important responsibility.

4:15 p.m. • Kay Olan Storytelling on Canfield Stage. Kay Clan is a Wolf Clan Mohawk storyteller and educator. After teaching for 33 years, she relocated to the Traditional Mohawk Community at Kanatsiohareke where she worked as director.

5 p.m. • Vendors close. Closing Address by Tom Porter.

Indian Encampment at Congress Park, circa 1870s.

From the Joki Collection, Saratoga Room at the Saratoga Springs Public Library.

Week of September 20 – September 26, 2019

NEWS 11

Debate: Ballston Spa vs. Saratoga Panel to Discuss “Human Migration Springs, The Early Years on Sept. 26 and Climate Change” Sept. 23 at Skidmore SARATOGA SPRINGS — “Human Migration and Climate Change” will be the subject of a panel discussion 7 p.m.

Monday, Sept. 23, at the Davis Auditorium, Palamountain Hall at Skidmore College.

Panelists will include Nurcan Atalan-Helicke, Associate Professor of Environmental Studies and Sciences at Skidmore College; Joanna Dreby, Associate Professor of Sociology at the University at Albany; Daniel Kirk-Davidoff, a Lead Research Scientist at AWS Truepower in Albany; and Steven Leibo, the Sherman David Spector Professor in the Humanities at the Sage Colleges in Albany and Troy. Bill Battaglia, co-chair of the Environmental Action Committee of Saratoga Unites, will moderate the panel.

The program will explore what organizers call the intersection of two of the major challenges to world peace in the 21st century.

“Around the world, the climate crisis is already contributing to migration and

political destabilization,” said Laura Faulk, who coordinates the Environmental Action Team at the Presbyterian-New England Congregational Church in Saratoga Springs and also chairs the Capital Region chapter of The Climate Reality Project. “The United Nations estimates that the number of people seeking to relocate may reach one billion by the end of the century. The climate crisis is here but so are the solutions that we need to limit the impact. We can and must act with a sense of urgency and collective political will to confront the crisis and carry out a just and swift transition to a green economy.”

The program is free and open to the public. Sponsors include Skidmore College Environmental Studies and Sciences; Saratoga Immigration Coalition; Saratoga Unites; Sustainable Saratoga; the Environmental Action Team at the Presbyterian—New England Congregational Church; and the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Saratoga Springs.

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SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Saratoga Springs History Museum hosts a program titled “Debate: Ballston Spa vs. Saratoga Springs, The Early Years” as part of the Alfred Z. Solomon Charitable Trust Program Series at 7 p.m.

Thursday, Sept. 26 in the Canfield

Casino in Congress Park.

The villages of Ballston Spa and Saratoga Springs had similar beginnings as noted health resorts fueled by their many mineral springs and early hotels. Two local historians, Charlie Kuenzel (Saratoga Springs) and Jim

Richmond (Ballston Spa) will debate the assets of the two villages as they appeared in 1836. The debate will highlight the different directions the villages went after 1836.

This event is free and open to the public. For more information visit www.saratogahistory.org.

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NEWS

Week of September 20 – September 26, 2019

Coming Soon to the Wilton Preserve

Photos by Kevin Matyi.

by Kevin Matyi Saratoga TODAY

WILTON — Last Saturday, Sept. 14, the Wilton Wildlife Preserve and Park scheduled a Monarch butterfly walk, to give people a chance to observe the butterflies before they headed south for the winter. Due to poor weather, the walk had to be rescheduled.

However, the Preserve also has a variety of other events both in the near future and even overlapping with the scheduled walk.

The Cornell Hill Fire Tower was also open on Sept. 14 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., which allowed participants to “include a visit to the historic fire tower as a part of their visit,” according to a press release from the Preserve.

According to the National Historic Lookout Register, the tower was “previously owned by the Luther Forest Corporation and maintained in partnership with the town of

The beginning of one of the Preserve's trails.

Wilton.” The entry continued by stating that the original tower was erected in 1924, and relocated in 2011 “to near Camp Saratoga in the Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park.”

The Tower will also be open the day after the next Monarch butterfly walk, on Sunday, Sept. 29.

Another scheduled walk is the bi-monthly Wellness Walk, which “is geared toward gentle exercise and is for participants at basic fitness levels,” according to

the Preserve’s website. The next Wellness Walk, on Monday, Sept.

23, will be at the Neilmann Parcel, which has two loops of trails, the Swamp and Forest loops.

Aside from walks, the Preserve also has other activities, such as this past week’s Astronomy Party at Camp Saratoga, held on Friday, Sept. 20, and Painting in Nature, which next takes place during the first week of October, on Thursday, Oct. 3 and Saturday, Oct. 5.

A Monarch butterfly, within a day of emerging.

Another art-based event taking place in the near future is the Fall Photography walk, which will take place on Sunday, Oct. 13. Photos taken during the walk are eligible for the annual photo show; however, the submission deadline is Oct. 30.

In addition to the walks and art activities, there are some events that more directly assist the Preserve. Another event from last week was a new

volunteer meetup, potluck and meeting on Wednesday, Sept.

18, which included “a brief presentation of the history of the organization and work that we do in the areas of conservation, environmental education, and outdoor recreation,” according to the Preserve website.

For more information about the Preserve and a full list of its upcoming events, visit www. wiltonpreserve.org.

Week of September 20 – September 26, 2019

NEWS 13

SCPP Economic Development Plan Malta

by Kevin Matyi Saratoga TODAY

MALTA — Last week, on Monday, Sept. 16, the Saratoga County Prosperity Partnership announced that it was going to work with the Town of Malta “to create a customized, town-wide economic development plan designed to broaden the town’s economic base and ensure its long-term prosperity,” according to a press release.

At the following economic development workshop on Tuesday, Sept. 17, Marty Vanags, President of the Partnership said that the Nextwave Communities model, the customized plan that Malta was joining, along with the likes of Corinth, Wilton and Galway, is split into five phases.

The first is to interview town committee members to determine what the town’s exact needs are, and to develop a Nextwave team of organizations that can assist those needs.

The second is to hold another public meeting, like the one from this past week, and to send out an economic development survey to the town’s residents and stakeholders to ask about what they feel could aid the town.

Next is to figure out what assets the town has. Vanags noted that this could also include the likes of road conditions, infrastructure

and how people and talent are attracted to the area.

The following step is to determine the town’s strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats, also called the SWOT Exercise. The Partnership also adds a foresight analysis, which tries to help the town plan for the future at three, five and 10 years out, both for if everything goes perfectly and if everything falls apart.

Back in February of this year, the Economic Development Committee actually compiled another Strategic Plan and Report, which included its own SWOT analysis section.

The Committee’s SWOT found that Malta has strengths such as an active planning department, no town tax, a good geographic location, access to the Northway, undeveloped land in the northern and western areas of the town, national visibility in the high tech sector and a large workforce along with various amenities.

It also found that Malta has inadequate gas and electricity supply, no central area for community focus, lack of predictability, confusing with zoning, lack of public transportation and a lack of population diversity, among other weaknesses.

As for opportunities, some of the points the February SWOT listed are the formation of the Economic

Development Committee, regional collaboration with neighbors, the GLOBALFOUNDRIES-related supply chain and sites like Saratoga Hospital and the Church Parcel.

Finally, the threats. The February SWOT lists a reluctance to try something new or outside the box, businesses being diverted to other states or areas within New York via government incentive programs, increasing housing prices and property taxes and an inability to accommodate additional traffic.

Vanags said that for the Nextwave plan, Malta could use the existing SWOT and Strategic Plan and Report, or they could create a new one with help from the Partnership.

The Town of Malta Economic Development Committee. Photo by Kevin Matyi.

The final part of the Nextwave plan is the written strategy, written by the Partnership. After that, the town can implement the plan.

Todd Shimkus, a member of the council, asked how long

the process would take. Vanags responded that it was somewhat dependent on both the town’s and Partnership’s schedules, but that it would likely be six to nine months.

For more information, visit www.saratogapartnership.org

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Week of September 20 – September 26, 2019

NOTES Chamber of Commerce from

by Todd Shimkus • for Saratoga TODAY

The Right Talent, Right Now!

Todd Shimkus, President of the Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce The phrase “the right talent, right now” is this year’s motto for National Disability Employment Awareness Month which runs in October of every year.

National Disability Employment Awareness Month was declared in 1988 by the United States Congress for the month of October to raise awareness of the employment needs and contributions of individuals with all types of disabilities.

Locally in Saratoga County, we are so fortunate to have a number of leading organizations with amazingly compassionate and professional leaders championing this important cause every day of the year.

I’m talking about organizations like Saratoga Bridges, AIM Services, Unlimited Potential, and Life Song, Inc.

With support provided by these organizations, individuals with disabilities are empowered to add value and talent to our local workforce.

The individuals they work with and support go to work in a wide range of local companies in all sectors of our local economy.

They contribute to the success of the companies they work for offering diverse perspectives on how to tackle challenges and achieve success. These employees are valued for their strong work ethic, loyalty and dedication.

These supportive employment opportunities are also of significant value to the worker. Work has become synonymous with selfesteem, self-sufficiency and selfworth. As a person gains confidence and work experience, they often become more independent and productive as well as healthy and happy.

With Saratoga County’s unemployment rate around 3 percent, finding ways to connect individuals with disabilities with local employers in need of talent is so important today.

The fact is that we have a workforce shortage and one potential solution is to connect these job seekers with those looking for workers to fill open positions.

Working with these organizations, local employers can expect a wide range of support.

With a goal of a long-term partnership with local employers, these organizations work diligently to understand what each employer wants and needs.

Each organization has people and processes in place to facilitate good employer-employee job matches. Getting these matches right the first time is a huge benefit and can save employers time and money.

To help achieve such success, the organizations provide realistic

appraisals of each workers skills.

They often provide on-the-job training as well as disability awareness training for the employer and their employees.

Where necessary, there can be extended job coaching.

For those employers interested in learning more, I strongly urge you to visit the websites of these organizations or to give them a call.

You could make this an action item as you look to support National Disability Employment Awareness Month and to find new talent.

I also want to invite employers to our Networking Mixer, on Wednesday, October 23.

To celebrate National Disability Employment Awareness Month, we will provide these organizations with a table and free passes for their staff to attend this Networking Mixer so they can talk to attendees about the range of supportive employment services being offered locally.

You might say that this will be the Right Place and the Right time for you to find the Right Talent, Right Now!

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BUSINESS

Week of September 20 – September 26, 2019

Fall: Lucia Season

by Kevin Matyi Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Lucy Moran, owner of Lucia (pronounced loo-chi-ah) and Lex & Cleo in the Saratoga Marketplace, said that she first started up Lucia in 2006.

Prior to opening the first store, she grew up in retail, with both of her parents also being the owners of the store Mabou.

As Moran said, “retail is in my blood. It’s what I know, it’s what I love, I couldn’t imagine life without being immersed in retail.”

Lucia started in the space Lex & Cleo currently occupies,

an approximately 300 square foot area. Moran said that when she opened the store, she was still in school for Fashion Merchandising.

Maron, who was 21 when she opened Lucia, said “there really wasn’t any women’s clothing store in town that a 21-year-old girl/ woman would want to go shop at, could afford, so I wanted to bring basically a more fun, fashion forward boutique at affordable prices, where anyone can shop and go find something.”

Five years after the store initially opened, Lucia moved to its current location, with over twice the floor space and a front window facing

Broadway advertising the store’s merchandise.

Moran said that the change was the single most pivotal moment in the store’s history. She said that traditionally, November is fairly quiet, but when they opened that Friday night, there was a line out of the door, and it felt like Christmas morning.

Five years ago, in 2014, Moran and her mother opened Lex & Cleo in Lucia’s old location. According to Moran, it was because “we felt that there was a lack of a children’s clothing store in Saratoga. Also, I was pregnant, too.”

She added that this past summer was one of their best, attributing the success to the extended racing season. “Normally the first week of track is not as busy, and then we got that over with two weeks prior,” she said.

This past week, she went to New York City for Market Week, so that she could set up the store’s inventory for fall through next spring. “I have to say, fall is Lucia season, it’s when I feel like the store thrives; it’s my favorite

Photo by Kevin Matyi.

season for fashion, and I feel like fall in Saratoga and upstate New York is the best time of the year,” she said.

For the fall inventory, Moran said “fall-wise, we stock up on sweaters, we’re going to be bringing in a lot of coats and jackets, there’s a great trend right now with jackets with the teddy coats, lots of leather jackets, the faux fur jackets are really fun, and I do all vegan leather and fur and all that, and we load up on the cozy, chunky fall scarves, felt hats are fantastic right now.”

For the remainder of the year, Moran said that they will likely hold a Girl’s Night Out event in November, shortly before Thanksgiving. Last year’s was the first time, and the benefits went to the Franklin Community Center.

Moran said that they will likely

do the same this year. Later in the year, in December, they will also have a holiday party.

For the future, Moran said that for Lex & Cleo, she wants to expand the size availability.

“There’s really no other place in town, besides the GAP, and most people in Saratoga are really good at supporting local,” she said. “Right now we’re newborn through 6T, and if you’re wanting to shop for your school age child, there’s no place to shop for it besides Baby GAP.” Meanwhile for Lucia, she said that the store is always evolving as she tries out different merchandise, displays and layouts to see what works the best, and would probably be looking into doing more events in the future.

For more information, visit www.luciaboutique.com.

Week of September 20 – September 26, 2019

BUSINESS BRIEFS 17

Therapeutic Horse Riding For Special Needs WARRENSBURG — A Dapple A Day, which offers therapeutic horseback riding for people with special needs, is opening on Oct. 5, at Plucker Ridge Farm. It is the only PATH, Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship, certified program between Albany and the Canadian border, according to Julianne O’Donnell,

an instructor in the program who has been working with children and adults with special needs for the past seven years and horses for 13, and who has a Bachelor of the Arts degree in Psychology from Seton Hall University.

For more information, visit the website www.adappleaday. com, or email Julianne at adappleadayequine@gmail.com.

GLENS FALLS — Last week, on Thursday, Sept. 12, both Glens Falls Hospital’s and Albany Med’s boards announced that they had approved a Definitive Agreement for Glens Falls to become an affiliate of Albany Med after a year-long Julianne O’Donnell. Photo provided.

Certified Planner Jane Nicholson Joins SmarterLocalGov Team SARATOGA SPRINGS — Certified Planner, Floodplain Manager and Design Professional Jane Nicholson has joined MRB Group Engineering, Architecture and Surveying as a Senior Planner on the SmarterLocalGov team.

Nicholson is a graduate of SUNY ESF and Syracuse University with

both a Bachelor of Arts and a Master of Science degree. She earned a Master of Public Administration degree from Syracuse and a Master of Urban and Environmental Planning degree from the University of Virginia.

For more information, visit www.mrbgroup.com.

Jane Nicholson. Photo provided.

Stewart’s Closes Shop, Continues to Expand HUDSON FALLS — Stewart’s Shops will be closing its Hudson Falls shop on Main Street on Sunday, Sept. 22. This is due to the company’s trending area of profitability being in foodto-go, while the shop cannot accommodate the equipment of space to expand its offerings in

that category, along with rising costs and increased regulations.

Despite the closure, Stewart’s is expanding into new markets and continuing to grow, investing over $50 milion in new shops and additions to existing shops, with 15 shops outright replacing older, smaller locations in 2019.

Glens Falls Hospital Becomes Albany Med Affiliate

For more information, contact Erica Komoroske at 518581-1201, or at ekomoroske@ stewartsshops.com.

process. They are now working through regulatory approvals to finalize the affiliation, which is expected to be completed in 2020.

For more information, visit www.GlensFallsHospital.org, or www.amc.edu.

2019 Saratoga County Business-to-Business Expo SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce will host the 2019 Saratoga County Business-toBusiness Expo on Thursday, Oct. 10, from 3:30-7 p.m. at the Saratoga Springs City Center.

Known as the largest business-tobusiness networking event in the

Capital Region, the event draws nearly 150 vendors with over 2,000 business professionals.

Cost is $300 per booth.

Double booths are $600. Premium Booths are $375 and sponsorship opportunities are available. If you have any questions or want to register, please call 518-584-3255.

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garden

Week of September 20 – September 26, 2019 Fe organic lawn weed killer

Fall Gardening

Weed Control

Written & Photographed

by Peter Bowden for Saratoga TODAY

You might not realize it but September

is the best time to get the weeds growing in your lawn under control.

Late summer weed control is the “proactive” approach to weed control. Most of us take

the “reactive” approach of killing dandelions and other lawn weeds in the spring when we see them flowering. After we wipe that initial round of flowering weeds out, we’ll have a lovely lawn all summer. Unfortunately the seeds of dandelions from other, untreated areas around our yards or a neighbor’s yard are blowing in all summer and sprouting in our lawn.

These little seedlings of the perennial weeds are small and go unnoticed.

They’ll survive the winter and burst into flower with the first warm days the following spring.

A more effective approach is to treat the lawn in September a “weed & feed” type lawn food with granular weed killer added or with a liquid spray weed killer.

You’ll want to apply granular “weed & feed” when the lawn is moist (like in the morning when there is dew on the lawn) so the weed killer dissolves on the leaves of the weeds where it is absorbed

Late summer dandelion seedling.

into the weed. If the lawn is very dry, make sure to water it heavily the day before you apply your weed killer since weed killer applied to a very dry lawn may actually damage the grass or kill it along with the weeds. The longer this dissolved weed killer remains

Dandelion seeds arrive all summer.

in contact with the leaves of the weeds, the better it will work.

If the weed killer is washed off the leaves before 24 hours have passed, it won’t be very effective killing the weeds.

The most effective weed killers are liquid sprays. Liquid weed killers are sprayed onto the leaves of the weeds in the lawn.

Since the weed killer is absorbed by the leaves of the weeds the same “no water for 24 hours after application” rule applies with them as well. Like granular “weed & feed” liquid weed killer should NOT be applied to a very dry lawn. Recently a new, organic liquid weed killer has become available. It is called “Fe Weed Killer” Fe stands for Iron if you remember your periodic table. The iron in Fe weed killer is absorbed quickly through the leaves of the weeds. So quickly in fact that it is toxic to the weed and kills it. The grass around the weed doesn’t absorb the iron so

quickly so it isn’t killed. It does absorb some Iron so it may turn a darker green for a week or so after application but that’s it.

Fe weed killer may take a little longer to work than the chemical weed killer but is proving to be more effective against tougher to kill lawn weeds like clover and Creeping Charlie. Having an organic lawn weed killer is great news for us, our pets and the wildlife that visit your yard.

By killing the young weed seedlings that are growing in your lawn now, you’ll find that you won’t have to take the “reactive” measure of trying to fit weed killing into a busy spring gardening schedule. You’ll also wipe out a higher percentage of the weeds if you treat in late summer since they’re smaller and it takes less weed killer to kill small weeds than mature weeds.

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Week of September 20 – September 26, 2019

BALLSTON 19 Lake Hill Rd., $212,000.

Zachary and Olivia Young sold property to Robert Sousa.

15 Charlton Rd., $279,000.

Kenneth Bugaj, Jr. sold property to Christopher and Karen Garmley.

12 Cypress St., $399,900.

Heritage Builders Group LLC sold property to Lauren Fortna.

38 Kasey Pass, Unit 38, $257,671.

Brookview Court Inc./ Pigliavento Builders DBA sold property to Hector Rodriguez and Elizabeth Figueroa.

CHARLTON 1570 Division St., $258,000.

John and Julie Womer sold property to Francisco and Mary Rodriguez.

769 Charlton Rd., $162,000.

Mark Sigsworth (by Admin) sold property to Whitney Mulqueen.

CORINTH 4 Old River Rd., $298,960.

John Fitzner and Alice Lissow sold property to Timothy and Helen Welch.

48 Atwell Rd., $170,000.

Julienne Flynn and Tyler Lahart sold property to Mark Lafave and Sheila Conway.

10 Ash St., $31,000. Corinth Central School District sold property to Aaron and Jessi Longacre.

GREENFIELD 240 Spier Falls Rd., $50,000.

Michael and Rose McBiles sold property to Kristen Zorda.

200 Hyspot Rd., $2,650,000.

Richard and Helen Stutzenstein (Co-Trustees) sold property to Bright Community Property Trust.

470 Locust Grove Rd., $218,000.

Terrence O’Toole sold property to Daniel Drumm.

38 Alpine Meadows Rd., $18,000. Susan Leamy sold property to Bern and Elizabeth Budd.

331 Daniels Rd., $365,000. Erik Rodriguez sold property to Nicholas and Caitlin Drellos.

PROPERTY TRANSACTIONS

GALWAY 9382 Harts Rd. B, $140,000.

Dylan and Christina Maycrink sold property to Kristin and Peter Driscoll, Jr. 5308 Bliss Rd., $273,000.

William Pearson sold property to Joseph and Tresa Russell.

MALTA 1 Ordelia Lane, $354,540.

Farone Amedore LLC sold property to Florence and Andrea Herasimtschuk.

20 Galleon Dr., $425,250.

Malta Land Company LLC sold property to Wayne and Eileen Raczkowski.

2877 Route 9, $868,875.

Maximilian Faraone sold property to Stewarts Shops Corp.

2889 Route 9, $590,335.

Louis and Maximilian Faraone sold property to Stewarts Shops Corp.

MILTON 21 East High St., $307,000.

Marie and Francis Schavo, Sr. sold property to Judith Mori.

289 Rowland St., $182,500. Hazel Latham (by Co-Admins) sold property to Faraone LLC. 107 Stockbridge Court, $400,000.

Christopher and Heather Swistak sold property to Christopher and Shonna Hunter.

31 Catalina Dr., $105,000. Fair Oaks Milton LLC sold property to DGD Holdings LLC.

TOWN OF SARATOGA 241 Evans St., $15,000. WVUE Depositor LLC sold property to Kimberly Smith.

109 Casey Rd., $375,000. Mark Luciani sold property to Andrew and Jessica Schrader.

SARATOGA SPRINGS 11 Alydar Court, $252,500.

Daniel and Sarah Collins sold property to Kristin Lawler.

48 Nelson Ave., $1,350,000.

Danny Arnold (by Agent) sold property to Lance Spinkle.

38 Pine Rd., $260,000. Ann Robbins Winn sold property to Patrick and Laurie DeGregorio.

9 Skidmore Dr., $229,900. Daniel and Lori Daboval sold property to Mary English and Jose Gonzalez.

15 Hutchins St., $260,000.

Elsa McCarthy (by Agent) sold property to Saratoga Renovations JS Inc. Lot 19 Shaw Dr., $175,000. DGD Holdings LLC sold property to Paula and David Turner.

303 W. Circular St., $138,350.

Two Glenmore Avenue LLC sold property to Michael and Katie Rocque.

38 High Rock Ave., Unit 3C, $495,000. James Smitka and Alexandra Morgan sold property to Susan Reilly.

4 Campion Lane, $650,000.

Stephen and Cornelia Haller sold property to Christine and Dominick Marcesiello, III.

STILLWATER 61 County Route 76, $195,500.

Jonathan and Elizabeth Litts sold property to George and Linda Bolton.

23 Castle Dr., $242,000. George and Patricia Galarneau sold property to Joy Galarneau and John Braungard.

WILTON 24 Palmer Terrace, $311,000.

Amy Glasser sold property to Franklin Mead and Lauren Zimmerman Meade.

16 Amelia Court, $402,500.

Julie Bell sold property to Jeffrey and Sommer Scarfo.

7 New Kent Dr., $228,000.

William and Louis Campola sold property to Nicholas Gallo and Kaileigh Parish.

19 2 Kyer Farm Rd., $545,000.

Laura Baxter Gerardi (by Agent) and Shawn Goodway (Ind and as Agent) sold property to Liron Shapira.

20 Taylor Rd., $344,900.

Robert Higgins sold property to Kenneth Daglles and Erin Cook.

332 Duncan Rd., $235,000.

Robert Sardinia sold property to Shane and Kathryn Sanders.

34 Ballard Rd., $60,000.

Wilmington Savings Fund Society (as Trustee, by Atty) sold property to Francis and Deborah Mihaly.

2 Eastridge Dr., $200,000.

Cottage Hill Townhomes LLC sold property to Louis and Debra Milstein.

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EDUCATION

Week of September 20 – September 26, 2019

Therapy Dogs Needed for Student Reading Program

by Lindsay Wilson Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Learning new skills involves practice and overcoming fears. Second graders at Lake Avenue Elementary school have the opportunity to ease their nervousness of learning to read out loud with the comfort of therapy dogs. Due to a shortage of certified dogs, there is a need for new reading companions for this year’s program.

“It really builds students’ self-esteem with their reading skills. They don’t feel like a dog is judging them when they’re reading,” said Lynn O’Rourke, Lake Ave. Elementary school’s reading specialist.

With parents’ permission to participate in the reading program, second grade students spend approximately 30 minutes of their day a few times a week in the reading room sitting with their four-legged companions while

they put their new reading skills to the test. In recent years, nearly 100% of second grade students have participated in the program.

“They practice in a small group of usually four students… so all children in second grade get an opportunity to come to the room (reading room) and read with the dogs,” said O’Rourke.

The dogs utilized in the program must be certified therapy dogs. The dogs and their

owners will come to the school for the designated class, and at the end of the year’s program the dog will receive a certificate for being a part of the very valued program.

“The second graders, they do an end-of-year writing where they talk about their favorite year. Most of them always talk about how their favorite part of second grade is reading with the different dogs throughout the year,” said O’Rourke.

2019 Reader Celebration Photos provided.

At the end of the year the students will have a reader’s celebration to celebrate the program.

If you are interested and you

have a certified dog, please contact Lynn O’Rourke, Reading Specialist at l_orourke@saratogaschools.org or 518-584-3678.

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EDUCATION BRIEFS

Week of September 20 – September 26, 2019

Saratoga Springs High th School’s 50 Reunion SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Saratoga Springs High School class of 1969 is hosting their 50th year reunion October 11 - 14.

Events include a Friday evening mixer at the Tin and Lint

Tavern; tours of the high school and Congress Park, as well as a banquet at the Holiday Inn on Saturday; a brunch and tour of Yaddo Garden on Sunday; and a Monday afternoon cruise on Lake

George’s Mohican.

Find additional information online at www.facebook.com/ saratogaspringsclassof1969. You do not have to be a member of Facebook to visit the website.

It’s Time to Meet the Teachers in Ballston Spa BALLSTON SPA — The schools in the Ballston Spa Central School District offer a series of evening events for parents to come into the schools to learn more about their child’s educational experience during the coming weeks. The evenings are designed for parents to learn more about what’s happening in the schools

and to meet their child’s teacher as well as other school personnel.

The last Meet the Teacher Night in Ballston Spa will be held at Ballston Spa Middle School at 6 p.m. on September 24.

The Ballston Spa High School offers an additional session for parents during their Meet the Teacher Night on Thursday,

September 26. The session is focused on the College Application Process and starts at 6:15 p.m. All BSHS parents are invited to attend the Meet the Teacher Night at 7 p.m. starting in the cafeteria.

Please visit the school websites for additional information via www.bscsd.org or contact your child’s school office.

Adult Culinary Arts Training Program Open House Set for October 1

Community Loan Fund of the Capital Region (518) 436-8586 mycommunityloanfund.org

SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Employment Training for Adults (ETA) division of WSWHE BOCES is pleased to offer an Adult Culinary Arts Training Program in partnership with the Adelphi Hotel. An open house will be held on October 1 at 6 p.m. at the Adelphi Hotel, 365 Broadway, Saratoga Springs.

The Adult Culinary Arts Training Program is suitable for adult students of all skill levels. The objective of this program is to supply instruction to foodservice staff before the busy tourist season begins.

Participants will learn from a variety of trained professional chefs, including Celebrity Chef

David Burke, and Chef Chris Bonnivier of the Adelphi Hotel.

Beginners will learn the basics of kitchen fundamentals and gain confidence to cook independently.

Experienced cooks will expand their culinary knowledge, and refine their skills so they can take their culinary endeavors to an advanced level. This course includes the opportunity to earn ServSafe Certification.

The first module begins November 4. Classes are scheduled to run on Mondays and Tuesdays 5:30-8 p.m. at the Adelphi Hotel in Saratoga Springs. Tuition Assistance may be available for eligible, qualified individuals.

For more information and

to register visit www.etaprogram. org/page/professional-culinaryprogram-3 or call Melissa Briggs at WSWHE BOCES at 518-581-3716.

ETA is a division of WSWHE BOCES. Providing training to adult learners who are looking to retrain, retool, or jump-start their careers, ETA also provides customized industry training for businesses, connections into the workforce development system, apprenticeship-programs, and online course options. ETA courses in manufacturing, business, healthcare, transportation, skilled trades and security are designed to prepare individuals to the specific needs of business and industry careers in the WSWHE region.

Week of September 20 – September 26, 2019

EDUCATION BRIEFS

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SUNY Adirondack Future Leaders in Planning Initiative Climate Hope in Action Provides Valuable Experience WILTON/QUEENSBURY — SUNY Adirondack is holding a Climate Hope in Action kickoff event on Friday, Sept. 20 to support the global Climate Strike inspired by Greta Thunberg in anticipation of the UN Climate Summit in New York City the following Monday.

A variety of entertaining and educational activities for the students and the general public will be delivered at the Student Center between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. to raise awareness about the factual nature of the climate crisis and the need for urgent and cohesive legislative and personal action.

Meanwhile, upstairs in the Student Center, representatives from local environmental organizations such as Transitions, Citizens Action, New York Renews, North Country Climate, Stop NY Fracked Gas Pipeline, will staff information tables between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Downstairs in the cafeteria, Greta Thunberg’s famous Ted Talk will be screened and Tony Krivitski, bike enthusiast and member of the Warren County Safe and Quality Bicycling Organization will present a PowerPoint talk on climate crisis, while Dr. Lale Davidson will talk on the New York State’s new Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act, passed in June and how to avoid a Mad Max future.

Last but not least, Chartwells will feature a sustainable food table in their teaching kitchen.

SUNY ADK’s Climate Hope in Action on Sept. 20 is a destination event for community members joining the global strike (for more information register at, globalclimatestrike.net) or who just want to learn more about the climate crisis and how we can mitigate it.

Climate Hope in Action is a year-long endeavor to encourage students to be more civically engaged around this issue. It also is in compliance with SUNY Central’s Sustainability Plan.

SUNY is one of the state’s largest energy consumers, with a utility and vehicle fuels budget of $250 million. By 2020, SUNY has a goal to reduce system-wide nonrenewable energy consumption by 30%. This energy conservation goal is challenging but is achievable, based on behavioral changes, technology and reexamining business as usual, without forgetting our core mission of educating our students for their future.

Other events include: Monday, Sept 30, Nov. 4, Dec 16, 5:30 p.m., North Country Climate Reality, Bryan Hall Rm 128, and on Oct. 28 at Crandall Library, SUNY ADK and North Country Climate Reality will host acclaimed ecologist, author, and cancer survivor Sandra Steingraber, Ph. D., who will speak about the documentary, Living Downstream.

For more information contact Sustainability Coordinator Scott Royael at royaels@sunyacc.edu, 518-743-2200 and Lale Davidson at davidsol@sunyacc.edu.

BALLSTON SPA — The Capital District Regional Planning Commission (CDRPC) and the Clean Technologies & Sustainable Industries Early College High School (Clean Tech ECHS) recently held a Capital Region Future Leaders in Planning (FLIP) Program for current Clean Tech ECHS students. The pilot program was very successful this summer and will be expanded next summer.

The program is modeled after the highly successful FLIP program offered by the Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP).

The FLIP program provided students the opportunity to learn about planning that is shaping the Capital Region.

During the week the students visited GLOBALFOUNDRIES, Pitney Farm, Tech Valley Center of Gravity, Brookfield Renewables, Albany Pine Bush, and the Sierra Processing Facility.

Students experienced the transportation side of planning through the use of CDTA and the CDPHP bicycles.

These opportunities allowed students to experience the diversity of the Capital Region firsthand and interact with selected regional leaders who make key planning decisions in our communities.

At the end of the week students presented a planning related proposal to a panel of individuals

Future Leaders in Planning (FLIP). Photo provided.

involved with regional planning and received valuable feedback on their project ideas. Panelists included Marissa Peck from Capital Roots, Todd Fabozzi from the Capital District Regional Planning Commission and Craig Warner from the Town of Malta Board.

The Clean Tech ECHS is coordinated by Ballston Spa Central School District in collaboration with higher education and business partners.

The Clean Tech ECHS prepares students for college and careers in the fields of energy efficiency, renewable energy, and advanced technology including semiconductor manufacturing. The mission of the program is to

develop and support pathways to higher education that lead to careers in STEM fields through rigorous academic programming and a collaborative approach to learning. The Clean Tech ECHS supports an innovative learning environment and culture with the tools and resources necessary to acquire and create knowledge, collaborate, innovate, and connect students with higher education, the community, the region, and the world.

For additional information about the program please contact Kate Maynard at CDRPC at kate. maynard@cdrpc.org or Adrienne Snow at the Clean Tech ECHS at asnow@bscsd.org.

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Week of September 20 – September 26, 2019

SARATOGA PEACE WEEK Saratoga Immigration Coalition Brings “Monsters to Destroy” and “1954” Presentations to Skidmore College

Saratoga Peace Week begins September 20. Photo provided.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — The start of Saratoga Peace Week brings the screening of two multimedia presentations courtesy of the Saratoga Immigration Coalition, “Monsters to Destroy” and “1954” in the Davis Auditorium at Skidmore College on Friday, Sept. 20 and Saturday, Sept. 21. The events begin at 7 p.m. and are free to the public.

“Comedy is a tool, especially for issues that people are tired of hearing about,” said Ben Tumin, historian, comedian, and creator of the two presentations addressing America’s response to refugees.

Both programs are co-sponsored by the Saratoga Immigration Coalition and the John B. Moore Documentary Studies Collaborative (MDOCS) at Skidmore College.

As a comedic historian, Ben Tumin looks at current global migrant, refugee, and immigrant situations and presents them with a bit of satire and absurdity, while relating the current situations to historical underpinnings. He has been researching and developing his new presentation, “1954” as a kick-off to Saratoga Peace Week.

Building on questions raised in “Monsters to Destroy,” “1954” examines the question: Are we living in a post-truth era?

Looking to history, Mr. Tumin explores coverage of the 1954 U.S.-led coup in Guatemala and its impact on migration

today, most notably the current refugee, migrant crisis on the U.S. southern border. Mixing historical information, current situations, and his comedic approach, Mr. Tumin will present an educational and fun event reminiscent of John Oliver, while continuing to unravel why Americans consistently overlook the facts about immigrants and refugees. A great pre-start for Saratoga Peace Week!

The evening will be moderated by Terry Diggory with a public Q&A to follow. There is no charge for admission.

“Monsters to Destroy” (M2D), follows on Saturday, Sept.

21, also in the Davis Auditorium, Skidmore College. M2D is a humorous talkumentary based on the live multimedia talk that the advocate-historian-comedian toured around the U.S. in 2018.

“Monsters to Destroy” queries the question: Do refugees threaten national security?

Tumin concludes that the answer unequivocally is no! Ben examines the real security impact of refugees, while connecting the findings to his own family history.

The film weaves the testimony of five Syrian refugees living in Berlin together with Ben’s personal investigation into his family’s German-Jewish history, highlighting the tension between the American ideal of freedom and the fact that, historically, Americans have been resistant to

Ben Tumin. Photo provided.

resettling refugees—proof that the animus we see in the U.S. toward refugees today is nothing new.

Ben flips the narrative that refugees are weak and threatening on its head, ultimately arguing that welcoming refugees strengthens not only the economy and American values but also national security.

Brazenly funny, deeply personal, and driven by Ben’s curiosity, the film pushes audiences to consider their own family histories and see the displaced through a lighter, more empathetic lens.

“There’s an ecosystem of people who work in refugee advocacy,” Tumin said. “The question for me is how can I fit myself in.”

Retired US Marine Lt. Col. Scott Cooper, a candidate for Congress in North Carolina calls the film “hilarious, informative, and evenhanded.

An unexpectedly brilliant cross between John Oliver and a Ted Talk.” monsterstodestroy.com.

The Saturday program will open with “Min Wein?” (Where are you from?), a short audio documentary by Skidmore Student Hadia Bakkar exploring the complexities of her Syrian identity in the current political climate.

This personal piece follows Bakkar’s experiences as a student from her hometown, Damascus, Syria, to high school in “Middle of Nowhere,” New Mexico, and

eventually to Skidmore College in Saratoga Springs.

“Min Wein” is part of a larger work in progress, “Ta’teer” (Destitution), in which Bakkar searches for clarity about her own journey by examining the lives of Syrian immigrants and newlysettled refugees in the Capital District as they all try to build new lives for themselves in a foreign land.

Terry Diggory of the Saratoga Immigration Coalition will moderate a post-performance/ film conversation, and audience Q&A, both Friday and Saturday evening.

Co-sponsored by Skidmore MDOCS program and Saratoga Immigration Coalition.

For more information go to Saratoga Immigration Coalition Facebook event page; email: saratogaimmigration@gmail.com; or call: 518-306-1313.

More About Ben Tumin: Ben found his niche as a public speaker, filmmaker and comedian.

His multimedia presentations marry personal reflection, statistics and data, documentary style interviews — and comedy.

Born, raised, and based in New York, he worked at Amnesty International in Morocco and at the community building platform Meetup before forging an independent career in political comedy and filmmaking. His work has been featured in the Daily Beast, Al-Jazeera, and “The Brian Lehrer Show” (WNYC).

He has toured “Monsters to Destroy” in partnership with Human Rights First, Vets for American Ideals, and others.

The title Monsters to Destroy comes from an 1821 John Quincy Adams speech often quoted by isolationists. In the speech President Adams declared that America “goes not abroad in search of monsters to destroy.”

“I’m using it to kind of flip it on its head with the implication being that the more we label the wrong people monsters, the more we become monsters ourselves,” Tumin said.

Ben worked with several national and local organizations in researching the Monsters to Destroy project and even more when touring the talk. He produced the film independently, funded it through earnings from his tour, edited it himself, and worked with a few professional groups in L.A. for post-production.

As a comedic historian, Ben looks at current global migrant, refugee, and immigrant situations and presents them with a bit of satire and absurdity, while relating the current situations to historical underpinnings.

He has been researching and developing his new presentation, “1954,” for the past year.

For more information go to Saratoga Immigration Coalition Facebook event page; email: saratogaimmigration@gmail.com; or call: 518-306-1313.

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Week of September 20 – September 26, 2019

Quaker Springs United Methodist

Church Celebrates 175 Years

Photos provided.

by Megin Potter

for Saratoga TODAY

Replica of original structure.

For one hundred and seventy-five years, a little church by the side of the road has been a big part of the Quaker Springs community.

Generation after generation, local families have come together here.

“The church is truly a family,” said one parishioner of the Quaker Springs United Methodist Church.

Built to Last Many of the church’s members have similar stories.

The Quaker Springs United Methodist Church (as it is known as today) was originally built in 1844 from a salvaged hand-hewn wooden post-and-beam barn frame.

Later, additions to the building included the 1899 commission of six stained-glass windows, a belfry, porch and portico. In 1927, electric lights were first installed.

Volunteers have continued to maintain, restore, and rejuvenate the structure through the years.

“Everyone steps up and gets it done if there’s a need,” said Pastor John Iseman.

The hearts and hands of its members have built this building.

“Everything you see here is part of the church but is also a symbol of the families within it,” said Marion Craine, the church’s longtime organist and choir director.

Dedicated to Service Whenever the church, or one of its members is in need, the community here pulls together to respond. This church brings people together in an extraordinary way.

Quaker Springs Church Family.

In 40 years, the original debt for the church was paid in full by donations from the congregations collected at the I.W. Meader Store (the local place to be at the time).

Through the years of slavery, societal changes and several wars, these are people who have been here for one another and their community.

“This small country church is something that I believe is a part of my being,” said one parishioner.

They carry on a longstanding community tradition by co-sponsoring the annual Halloween Party with the Quaker Springs Fire Department.

Twice a year, the best cooks do a Third Saturday supper to raise money for church expenses, as well as to support their missions and service. A team volunteers in Guatemala, they support the local Boy Scout Troop 13, and Rebuilding Together Saratoga County.

Plant sales, pie sales and silent auctions help to keep the

Quaker Springs United Methodist Church.

church open and active. The Annual Riverside Service held in conjunction with Schuylerville United Methodist Church, is always well attended.

Church members volunteer at The Way used clothing store, and at SAFER, the local food pantry.

working at the church.

Pastor John Iseman still recalls the advice he was given 15 months ago when he began

All are welcome to attend the Quaker Springs United Methodist Church’s 175th Anniversary

“Paster Ben Lalka told me, ‘The one thing I’ll say to you about the Quaker Springs Church is - they’ll love you,’ and it’s absolutely true.

My family and I feel very loved and supported,” said Paster Iseman.

Mark Your Calendar

Celebration, held at 466 Route 32 in Quaker Springs, on Sunday, September 29, at 1 p.m.

To mark the occasion, Assemblywoman Carrie Woerner will present an assembly citation.

The Town of Saratoga will present a Proclamation, and previous pastors will be in attendance.

A selection of choir music will be performed, followed by a reception in Fellowship Hall.

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RELIGION

Week of September 20 – September 26, 2019

* Handicap Accessible

Adirondack Christian Fellowship 8 Mountain Ledge, Wilton | 581-587-0623 acfsaratoga.com | Services: Sunday 8 and 10 a.m.

Corinth United Methodist Church 243 Main Street, Corinth | 518-654-2521 cfumc@cnyconnect.net | Services: Sunday 11 a.m.

Adirondack Friends Meeting 27 Saratoga Avenue, South Glens Falls 518-793-3755 | adirondackfriendsmeeting.org Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m.

Cornerstone Community Church 100 Saratoga Village Boulevard, #8, Ballston Spa 518-664-5204 | mycornerstonechurch.org Pastor Frank Galerie | Services: Sunday 10 a.m., 6 p.m.

Assembly of God Faith Chapel 6 Burgoyne Street, Schuylerville | 518-695-6069 Rev. Scott Cutting | Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Corpus Christi Roman Catholic Community 2001 Route 9, Round Lake 518-877-8506 | office@corpuschristichurch.net Services: Saturday 4 p.m.; Sunday 8 and 11 a.m.

Assembly of God Saratoga 118 Woodlawn Avenue, Saratoga Springs 518-584-6081 | Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Bacon Hill Reformed Church* 560 Route 32N, Bacon Hill | 518-695-3074 Rev. Janet Vincent | Services: 10 a.m.

Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Baha’i Community of Saratoga Springs 518-692-7694 | 518-885-0876 | 1-800-22UNITE bahai.org | Public Meetings: 1st Tuesdays 7 p.m.

Ballston Center Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church 58 Charlton Road, Ballston Spa 518-885-7312 | ballstoncenterarpchurch.org Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m.

Eastern Orthodox — Christ the Savior 349 Eastline Road, Ballston Lake | 518-212-7845 xcsavior.org | Services: Sunday 9:30 a.m.

Faith Chapel 6 Burgoyne Street, Schuylerville 518-695-6069 | faithchapelschuylerville.org Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

First Baptist Church of Saratoga Springs 45 Washington St., Saratoga Springs | 518-584-6301 fbcsaratoga.org | Services: Sunday 12 p.m.

First Baptist Church of Ballston Spa 202 Milton Avenue, Ballston Spa | 518-885-8361 bspabaptist.org | Services: 10:30 a.m. (9 a.m. in July and August); Sunday School: 9 a.m. (all ages)

Ballston Spa United Methodist Church 101 Milton Avenue, Ballston Spa 518-885-6886 | Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

First Presbyterian Church of Ballston Spa 22 West High Street, Ballston Spa 518-885-5583 | Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Barkersville Christian Church 7200 Barkersville Road, Middle Grove 518-882-6437 | barkersvillechristianchurch. com Pastor Pat Atwell | Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m.

Full Gospel Tabernacle 207 Redmond Road, Gansevoort 518-793-2739 | Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Bethesda Episcopal Church* 41 Washington St., Saratoga Springs | 518-584-5980 bethesdachurch.org | The Very Rev’d Marshall J. Vang Services: Sunday 8 and 10 a.m.

Burnt Hills United Methodist Church* 816 Route 50, Burnt Hills | 518-399-5144 nybhumc.com | Pastor Holly Nye Services: Sunday 9 and 10:30 a.m.

Sunday School: 10:30 a.m.

Calvary Capital District 5 Williams Street, Saratoga Springs | calvarycd.com Pastor Andrew Holt | Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Charlton Freehold Presbyterian Church 768 Charlton Road, Charlton | 518-399-4831 charltonfreehold.org | Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Christ Community Reformed Church 1010 Route 146, Clifton Park | 518-371-7654 ccrc-cpny.org | Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Christ Episcopal Church* 15 West High Street, Ballston Spa 518-885-1031 | Services: Sunday 8 and 10 a.m.

Christian Restoration Ministries Senior Center: 5 Williams St., Saratoga Springs 518-796-4323 | Pastor Pat Roach Services: Saturday 7 p.m.; Bible Study: Friday 7 p.m.

Galway United Methodist Church 2056 East Street, Galway | 518-882-6520 galway-united-methodist-church.com Services: Sunday 9:30 a.m. (9 a.m. in July-Aug.) Grace Church 34 Third Street, Waterford | 518-237-7370 gracewaterford.com | Rev. Kathy Alonge-Coons Services: Sunday 7:30 and 9:30 a.m.

Adult Christian Education Program: 8:30 a.m.

Grace Fellowship Saratoga* 165 High Rock Avenue, Saratoga Springs 518-691-0301 | saratoga.gracefellowship.com Pastor: Mike Adams | Services: Sundays 9, 11 a.m.

Greater Grace Community Church 100 Saratoga Village, Building 17, Ballston Spa 518-899-7777 | thechurch@ggccmalta.org Pastor David Moore | Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Greenfield Center Baptist Church 30 Wilton Road, Greenfield Center | 518-893-7429 Services: 11 a.m.; Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. (all ages) Highway Tabernacle Church 235 Hudson Avenue, Mechanicville | 518-664-4442 Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m. Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.

Hope Church 206 Greenfield Avenue, Ballston Spa | 518-885-7442 Services: Sunday 10 a.m. | Sunday School: 9 a.m.

Christian Science Church 107 Circular Street, Saratoga Springs 518-584-0221 | Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Jonesville United Methodist 963 Main Street, Clifton Park | 518-877-7332 Sunday 8:30, 10:30 a.m.; Sunday School: 10:30 a.m.

Church of Christ at Clifton Park 7 Old Route 146, Clifton Park 518-371-6611 | cliftonparkchurchofchrist.com Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m.

Living Waters Church of God 4330 State Rte 50, Saratoga Springs | 518-587-0484 livingwaterscog.us | Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints 1 Glenmore Ave. Saratoga Springs 518-587-4796 | churchofjesuschrist.org Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Community Alliance Church 257 Rowland Street, Ballston Spa 518-885-6524 | Services: 10:30 a.m.

Congregation Shaara Tfille* 84 Weibel Avenue, Saratoga Springs 518-584-2370 | saratogasynagogue.org Services: Monday 7:30 a.m., Thursday 7:30 a.m.

Saturday 10 a.m., 3rd Friday Shabbat 7:30 p.m.

Corinth Free Methodist Church 20 Hamilton Avenue, Corinth | 518-654-9255, 518-792-0271 | Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Malta Presbyterian Church 118 Dunning Street, Malta 518-899-5992 | Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Malta Ridge United Methodist Church 729 Malta Avenue Extension, Malta 518-581-0210 | Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m.

Middle Grove United Methodist Church* 429 Middle Grove Rd., Middle Grove | 518-581-2973 Pastor Jason Proctor | Services: Sunday 9 a.m.

Mt. Olivet Baptist Church 100 Cresent Street, Saratoga Springs | 518-584-9441 Rev. Dr. Victor L. Collier | Services: 10 a.m.

New Life Fellowship* 51 Old Gick Road, Saratoga ­­ Springs | 518-580-1810 newlifeinsaratoga.org. | Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Next Level Church Comedy Works: 388 Broadway Saratoga Springs 518-306-7133 | nextlevel.church/saratoga-ny-church Pastor Joe | Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Northway Church 770 Pierce Road, Clifton Park | 518-899-1200 northwaychurch.tv | Services: 9:30 and 11:15 a.m.

St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church 1 Grove Street, Schuylerville | 518-695-3918 Rev. Donna J. Arnold | Services: Sunday 8, 9 a.m.

St. Therese Chapel (RC) 1 Wilton-Gansevoort Road, Gansevoort 518-792-2276 | Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Old Saratoga Reformed Church* 48 Pearl St, Schuylerville | Services: Sunday 10 a.m. oldsaratogareformedchurch.org

St. Thomas Anglican Church 242 Grooms Road, Halfmoon 518-348-0842 | thomasanglican.com Father John Bassett | Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Old Stone Church (American Baptist) 159 Stone Church Road, Ballston Spa 518-583-1002 | Services: 10:30 a.m.

Saratoga Abundant Life Church 2 Hutchins Road, Saratoga Springs | 518-885-5456 salchurch.org | Services: Sunday 8:20, 10:30 a.m.

Olde Liberty Baptist 600 Route 67, Malta | oldelibertybaptist.com Services: Sunday 10, 11 a.m., 2 p.m.; Wed. 7 p.m.

Saratoga Chabad 130 Circular Street, Saratoga Springs 518-526-0773 | saratogachabad.com

Our Lady of Grace Roman Catholic Church* 73 Midline Road, Ballston Lake | 518-399-5713 Services: Saturday 5:30 p.m.; Sunday 10:30 a.m.

Saratoga Friends Meeting (Quaker) 571 Route 32, Quaker Springs | 518-587-7477 518-399-5013 | Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Perry Road Baptist Church* 150 Perry Road, Saratoga Springs 518-587-0711 | Pastor Thomas Van McClain Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Saratoga United Methodist Church* 175 Fifth Avenue, Saratoga Springs | 518-584-3720 saratogaumc.com | Services: Sunday 9, 10:45 a.m.

Pine Road Community Church* 59 Pine Road, Saratoga Springs 860-942-7359 | Thegrovess.com Pastor Mark Kehrer | Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Porter Corners United Methodist Church* 512 Allen Rd., Porter Corners | Service: Sunday 8:45 a.m.

Followed by Fellowship Arlene Schmidt, CLM Presbyterian-NE Congregational Church* 24 Circular Street, Saratoga Springs | 518-584-6091 pnecchurch.org | Services: Sunday 10:45 a.m.

Prince of Peace Lutheran Church (ELCA) 4 Northcrest Drive, Clifton Park | 518-371-2226 poplutheranchurch.org | Sunday 8 a.m., 10:30 a.m.; Contemporary Worship: 1st, 3rd Sundays 10:30 a.m.; Sunday School: 9:15- 10:15 a.m. (Sept.-June); REACHChristian Education for adults: 9:30-10:15 a.m.

Quaker Springs United Methodist Church* 466 Route 32, Schylerville | 518-695-3101 qsumc.com | Pastor Ben Lalka | Services: Sunday 9 a.m.

River of Hope Fellowship 100 Saratoga Village Blvd., Malta Commons, Ste. 3 riverofhopefellowship.com | Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Roman Catholic Church of St. Peter* 241 Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 518-584-2375 Services: Saturday: 5 p.m.; Sunday: 7:30, 9, 11 a.m.

St. Clement’s Roman Catholic Church* 231 Lake Avenue, Saratoga Springs 518-584-6122 | Services: Weekdays: 8 a.m.; Saturday: 8 a.m. and 4 p.m.; Sunday: 8, 10 a.m. and 5 p.m.; Spanish Mass: 1 p.m.

St. George’s Episcopal Church 912 Route 146, Clifton Park | 518-371-6351 stgeorge@csdsl.net | Services: Saturday 4:30 p.m.

Sunday 7:30 , 9, 11:30 a.m.

St. Isaac Jogues RC Chapel 716 Route 9P, Saratoga Lake | 518-813-5090 Father Patrick Rice | Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

(Open Memorial Day to winter) St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church* 3159 Route 9N, Greenfield Center 518-893-7680 | stjosephschurchgreenfieldcenter.org Services: Saturday 4 p.m.; Sunday 10:30 a.m.

St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church* 167 Milton Avenue, Ballston Spa | 518-885-7411 stmarysbsta.org | Services: Saturday 4 p.m.

Sunday 8:30, 10:30 a.m., Noon St. Paul’s Roman Catholic Church* 771 Route 29, Rock City Falls | 518-885-4677 sjoegctr@nycap.rr.com | Services: Sunday 8:30 a.m.

St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church 149 Lake Avenue, Saratoga Springs 518-584-0904 | office@spalutheran.org Services: Saturday 5 p.m.; Sunday 8:30 and 11 a.m.

St. Peter Lutheran Church 2776 Route 9, Malta 518-583-4153 | Services: Sunday 9 a.m.

Saratoga Seventh-Day Adventist Church 399 Union Avenue, Saratoga Springs 518-587-6951 | saratogasda.org Services: Worship: 11 a.m.; Sabbath School 10 a.m.

Schuylerville United Methodist Church 51 Church Street, Schuylerville | 518-695-3101 sumethodist.org | Services: Sunday 11 a.m.

Shenendehowa United Methodist 971 Route 146, Clifton Park 518-371-7964 | Services: Sunday 9 and 10:45 a.m.

Simpson United Methodist Church 1089 Rock City Road, Rock City Falls 518-885-4794 | Services: Sunday 10:45 a.m.

Soul Saving Station for Every Nation Christ Crusaders of America 62 Henry Street, Saratoga Springs | 518-584-3122 soulsavingstationchurch.com | Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Starpoint Church 410 21st Century Park Drive, Clifton Park 518-371-2811 | starpoint.church Services: 9, 10:30 a.m. and Noon Stillwater Christian Fellowship Liberty Ridge Farm, 29 Bevis Road, Schaghticoke 518-288-8802 | Services: 10 a.m.

Stillwater United Church (Presbyterian U.S.A.) 747 Hudson Avenue, Stillwater | 518-664-7984 stillwaterunitedchurch.org Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m.

Temple Sinai* 509 Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 518-584-8730 saratogasinai.org | Shabbat Services: Friday 6 or 8 p.m. (rotating schedule); Saturday 10:30 a.m.

Terra Nova Church* 45 Washington St., Saratoga Springs | 518-833-0504 terranovachurch.org | Services: Sunday 9 a.m.

The Salvation Army/ Worship, Service & Community Center 27 Woodlawn Avenue, Saratoga Springs 518-584-1640 | Services: Praise & Worship 11 a.m.

Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Trinity United Methodist Church 155 Ballard Road, Gansevoort | 518-584-9107 tumcwilton.com | Rev. Jeff Stratton | Sunday 10 a.m.

Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Saratoga Springs* 624 N. Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 518-584-1555 uusaratoga.org | Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Unity Church in Albany 21 King Avenue, Albany | 518-453-3603 Services: Sunday 9, 11 a.m.; Sunday School: 11 a.m.

West Charlton United Presbyterian Church 1331 Sacandaga Rd.,West Charlton | 518-882-9874 westcharltonupc.org | Rev. Thomas Gregg Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m.; Sunday School: 10:30 a.m.

Wilton Baptist Church 755 Saratoga Road, Wilton | 518-583-2736 wiltonbaptistchurch.com | Sunday 11 a.m., 6 p.m.

Food

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Week of September 20 – September 26, 2019

A Versatile T rio for F all Meals HIGH ROCK PARK Wednesdays | 3 - 6 p.m.

Saturdays | 9 - 1 p.m.

by Himanee Gupta-Carlson for Saratoga TODAY Photos by Pattie Garrett.

The three sisters method of interplanting corn, beans, and squash is an Iroquois practice that helped sustain the soil that farmers in our region use today.

It was rooted in long-term sustenance: By planting beans as companions to corn, the nitrogen that corn plants deplete is restored and bean vines receive a climbing pole in the corn stalks.

Meanwhile, low-to-the-ground

Corn from Burger’s Market Garden.

squash leaves create shade which prevents the soil from drying out. At seasons end is a harvest of three foods that one can eat immediate or store for winter use.

In market farming, three sisters gardens are hard to find.

Most farmers plant in rows, separating crops from one another. Yet, many of those rows produce corn, squash, and/or beans – all of which are abundant now at the Saratoga Farmers’ Market. Each makes a delicious dish by itself. The three also can be combined to create soups

salads, stirfrys, and casseroles.

I first encountered the three sisters method in a gardening guide in the 1980s as a young adult trying to create a garden. On paper, planting corn with beans and squash seemed easy. You first plant corn kernels in a mound of soil.

After the corn sprouts, you add beans, around each shoot of corn.

Once the beans are established, you add squash. You weed while the plants are young and then leave them until it’s time to harvest.

Creating such a garden is easier said than done, as I quickly learned while trying not to step on squash or uproot corn as I snipped bean pods. Still, I use the three sisters as a template for growing food and eating it. This lets me cook with corn and a wide variety of squashes and beans.

I adapted the accompanying chili recipe from a basic ground beef and vegetable chili. I used fresh corn from the Gomez Veggie Ville but chose Squashville Farm’s carnival squash over the butternut squash that the original recipe suggested. I also used dried red beans over canned, and ground venison instead of beef. The result was a mildly spiced chili filled with the three sisters at the center.

The Saratoga Farmers’ Market is 3-6 p.m. Wednesdays and 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays at High Rock Park through October 30. The market moves to a new indoor location at the Wilton mall on November 1. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for updates.

Squashville Farm.

T hree Sisters Chili Serves: 4 INGREDIENTS: *Ingredients currently available at the farmers’ market

• 1 onion*, peeled and diced

• 1 carnival squash*, seeded and cut into one-inch pieces • 1 green pepper*, seeded and diced

• 1 tablespoon olive oil*

• 3-4 fresh tomatoes*, cut into chunks

• 1 lb. ground venison or beef*

• 3 cups vegetable broth

• 3 cloves garlic*, minced

• 8 oz. dried red beans

• 2 tsp. chili powder

• Salt and pepper to taste

• 1 tsp. cumin

• Optional garnishes: fresh chopped cilantro*, toast pumpkin seeds, cheddar cheese*, plain yogurt*

• ½ tsp. dried oregano • 1 ear corn* INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Wash and soak dry beans for 30 minutes. Rinse and place in 1 cup of water until ready to use.

2. Remove kernels from corn cob.

3. Heat oil in a pot, and add onions and a pinch of salt. Saute until onions are translucent.

4. Add ground meat and brown.

5. Add garlic, chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper.

6. Add squash, corn, and green pepper. Stir in broth, beans with water, and tomatoes. Simmer until squash is soft and ingredients have combined to create a thick, chunky soup.

NOTE: This chili tastes better if it is refrigerated overnight and reheated the next day.

Recipe courtesy of Squashville Farm.

Food Heart of the Home

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Week of September 20 – September 26, 2019

Classic Tomato Soup INGREDIENTS • 2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil • 1 Tbsp. unsalted butter • 1 large white onion, finely chopped

by John Reardon for Saratoga TODAY

Hello my Foodie Friends !

This past week both my wife and I celebrated our birthdays (having a birthday one day apart from each other was one of the many reasons I married her!).

Recently I found a birthday card that my mother gave me for one of my milestone birthdays. I lost my mother in 1999. However, I think about her every day. Back to school time brings back memories of my childhood and the chaos of getting five children to do their homework, eat dinner, brush their teeth and get to bed every school night. I often reminisce about the work my mother had in raising three boys and two girls. In many of my articles I have talked about growing up in an Italian family. I was reminded by one of my customers

that Italians are a matriarchal nationality. It’s the women who carry on the traditions and hand out the majority of discipline, wisdom and nurturing to the children. As a child, every room in the house where I grew up included constant teaching and training by my mother. The bedroom task was making your bed, dusting furniture, sweeping the floor or vacuuming the rugs and organizing your clothes. The bathroom was to be kept clean at all times and the living room was “keep your feet off the couch”! The kitchen was the most intense training. Washing and drying dishes to cleaning and setting the table. When we all sat at the kitchen table, our family discussions were learning times.

We shared everything from how our day went to how to pass the potatoes. We learned manners, how to hold a fork and at the beginning of the meal watching how much Mom did to prepare the meals and us for dinner. One of my mother’s favorite cooking tools, and is my wife’s favorite, is the wooden spoon.

My mother used a wooden spoon for all of her daily cooking tasks.

She would let us “taste” her sauce

using a wooden spoon. There were wooden spoons for frying the meatballs, stirring the sauce and one that would sit at the kitchen table while we ate.

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by Julia Child and other great chefs around the world. Each of our Beechwood and Olivewood spoons are made in France where they are lovingly handcrafted to standards of unsurpassed quality.

For centuries wooden spoons and wooden cooking utensils have been preferred by chefs for their numerous advantages. Unlike metal or plastic, a wooden spoon can be left in the pot without the risk of melting, burning your hand, or ruining a temperature-sensitive dish. A wooden kitchen utensil will not change the taste of acidic foods the way metal will. Wooden spoons are versatile. Simply wash your

• 1 large clove garlic, smashed and peeled • 2 Tbsp. all-purpose flour • 3 cups lower-salt chicken broth

• 11/2 tsp. sugar • 1 sprig fresh thyme • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper • 3 Tbsp. thinly sliced fresh basil, chives, or dill, or a mixture of all

INSTRUCTIONS 1. In a non-reactive (acidity from tomatoes) 5 to 6-quart pot, heat the oil and butter over medium-low heat until the butter melts.

2. Add the onion and garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft but not browned, about 8 minutes. Add the flour and stir to coat the onion and garlic. Add the broth, tomatoes, sugar, thyme, and 1/4 tsp. each salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer over mediumhigh heat while stirring the mixture to make sure that the flour is not sticking to the bottom of the pan.

3. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 40 minutes.

4. Discard the thyme sprig. Let cool briefly and then purée in two or three batches in a blender or food processor.

5. Rinse the pot and return the soup to the pot. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Reheat if necessary. Serve warm but not hot, garnished with the herbs. kitchen utensil with warm soapy water and allow to air dry. Restore your wood utensils to their satiny finish by treating them with a little mineral oil or beeswax compound.

As we all are working through our hectic schedules, remember that family time is the most important time. Eat together as a family, share stories, talk about your day, listen to each other,

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enjoy good food, and remember to compliment the chef. Bring your family together for at least an hour a day. Meal time is family time.

Remember my Foodie Friends: “Life Happens in the Kitchen.”

Take Care, John & Paula

Office for the Aging Lunch Program Served at the Saratoga Senior Center

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• Chicken Salad (Cold Plate) • Harvest Salad • Brussels Sprouts • Salad • Tropical Fruit

• Rosemary Garlic Lemon Chicken • Rice • Broccoli • Warm Peach Crisp

• Pulled BBQ Pork on a Roll • Sweet Potatoes • Cabbage • Spiced Apples & Raisins

• Egg Salad on Wheat Bread • Carrot & Raisin Salad • Beet & Onion Salad • Fruit Jello

• Tuna Noodle Casserole • Vegetable Trio • Warm Biscuit • Pineapple

Menu Subject to Change. Coffee, tea and butter are served daily. The suggested contribution is $2/meal.

There is a $6 fee for guests under the age of 60. Please make checks payable to: Northeast Dining and Lodging, c/o Saratoga County Office for the Aging, 152 West High Street, Ballston Spa, NY 12020

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The Ben 2019 Charity Golf Tournament The Ben Osborn Memorial Fund is teaming up with Cyntha Supenant, Midas, and Whiteman Chevrolet to host our upcoming charity golf tournament to be held Friday, September 27 at Top of the World Golf Course in Lake George. Registration begins at 10 a.m. with an 11:30 a.m. shotgun start. Several contests including a hole-in-one shot that will win you a brand-new Chevrolet. Entry fee is $125 per player with cart for 18 holes of golf including lunch at the turn and free keg beer, water and soft drinks. Guests are welcome and individuals will be paired with other players. Mulligans will be available for purchase.

A reception with beverages, hors d’oeuvres, and an awards ceremony will immediately follow the tournament. A 50/50 raffle, a silent and limited live auction will be featured. The Ben 2019 benefits the Ben Osborn Memorial Fund, a regional 501 c-3 organization which was created in loving memory of CPL Benjamin D. Osborn of Queensbury, which supports children with need in conjunction with 54 schools in Warren, Washington, Saratoga and Essex Counties. To participate, contact William D. Osborn, President, Ben Osborn Memorial Fund at benosbornfund@gmail. com or call 518-792-4514.

Fish Fry Friday Knights of Columbus 246 will be hosting Fish Fry Friday on September 27, 5 – 8 p.m. Entrees will include Fried or Baked Haddock or Fried Clamstrips, French Fries, Coleslaw, Tartar Sauce, and Cocktail Sauce for $12 ($1 extra for take-out). Also available for purchase will be New England Clam Chowder, Macaroni & Cheese, and Dessert. KOC events are open to the public, there is convenient parking, and they have reasonably-priced drinks. Please support this and other KOC events to enable them to continue to perform their charitable works within the community.

For Farm and Family Friday, September 27 at 7:30 p.m., Little Theater on the Farm presents a new, full-length play, written and produced by local playwright Warren Schultz with the support of a LARAC grant.

The play depicts the struggle of a farm family to maintain their upstate New York dairy farm in the face of uncontrolled development, rising real estate costs, low milk prices, and labor shortages. Will the family be able to keep the farm in the family for another generation or will the equipment, herd, and land be auctioned off to make way for a big box store. A surprising family secret holds the answer. Little Theater is located at 27 Plum Rd., Fort Edward.

Recommended donation, adults $8, farmers, $5. For details visit www.littletheater27.org or call us at 518-747-3421.

Saratoga Senior Center Open House The Center will be offering a variety of activities, classes to try and educational/historical presentations, live music, raffles, membership specials, free ice cream sundaes and more. The open house will be held on September 28 from 10 a.m to 2 p.m. at 5 Williams St. Saratoga Springs. Free and open to the public. For more information about the Saratoga Senior Center please visit: www. saratogaseniorcenter.org.

Songs for a More Sustainable Saratoga Saturday afternoon, September 28 from 1 -3 p.m. Join local musicians Rich Clements, Corry Loveday, and Angelina Valente on Saturday, September 28 from 1 – 3 p.m. as they each showcase their favorite songs for the benefit of the local, non-profit organization Sustainable Saratoga. Sustainable Saratoga uses education and advocacy to promote sustainable practices and the protection of natural resources for the benefit of current and future generations.

Barbara Frank, Consulting Winemaker and Regional Sales Manager of the Dr. Konstantin Frank Winery will tell us about their award-winning and sustainably produced wines, and you may even want to buy a glass (or two)! Come for an afternoon

of beautiful music and good wine to support Sustainable Saratoga’s critical efforts in this community.

Tickets for the event can be purchased on Caffè Lena’s website, nvite.com/caffelena/bd597.

Clifton Park Contradance Come dance to the live music of George Wilson and Selma Kaplan with Mike Kernan calling on September 28 at 6:40 – 10 p.m.at the Southern Saratoga County YMCA, 1 Wall St., Clifton Park.

Meet new people and have fun!

Easy to learn, beginners welcome and no partner needed. Lesson at 6:40 p.m., dance at 7 p.m. Price: $11 ($8 for students w/ID, $9 for YMCA members).”

Unique Vendors and Artisans Wanted Ballston Area Senior Citizens are gearing up for their Annual Bazaar, held on Saturday, September 28 at Milton Community Center, located at 310 Northline Rd. Ballston Spa. What is your specialty, pickles and relishes, jams and jellies, breads and homemade bake good? Any handmade crafts are appreciated and welcome. First come bases until September 20.

For an Exhibit Contract and Town of Milton agreement, and pay to reserve your space, please contact Sue Heimburg at sheim381@aol.com or call/text Sue at 518-885-8037.

Antiques Show & Appraisal Day September 28, from 8 a.m.- 3 p.m at the VFW Post 420 Pavilion & Lawn, 190 Excelsior Ave., Saratoga Springs. Come and shop the 15 antique & flea market vendors and have your treasures appraised by professional appraiser George Heigel. This rain or shine event is open to the public with lots of parking and concession foods available.

Appraisals are $10 each or 3 for $25. Bring your artwork, jewelry, tools, clocks, furniture, bottles, coins, rugs, uniforms, anything old. Proceeds support VFW Post 420 100th Year Anniversary celebration and Academy for Life Long Learning programs. For more information, contact VFW at 518-584-9686 or Academy for Lifelong Learning at 518-5872100, ext. 2390, www.esc.edu/alll.

Week of September 20 – September 26, 2019 14th Annual Angel Names Association Memorial Walk The walk will be held on Saturday, September 28 at the Saratoga State Spa Park in Saratoga Springs.

Registration begins at Noon. Walk will follow at 1:15 p.m. There will be a Non-denominational Memorial/ Flower Ceremony at 3:45 pm. The day includes children’s activities, light refreshments and prizes.

Everyone is welcome to attend this uplifting, free family event to walk and raise awareness of pregnancy loss and infant death. For additional information, visit www.angelnames. org or contact Michelle Mosca at mgmosca@msn.com.

Ciclismo Classico Bike Travel Film Festival Hosted by Bikeatoga at Skidmore College, Gannett Auditorium, 815 N. Broadway in Saratoga Springs on Saturday, September 28. A 5:30 p.m. Happy Hour for $35 (advance sales only) includes Film Festival admission plus two drink tickets and a great selection of hors d’oeuvres. The Film Festival begins at 7 p.m.

Cost for the festival only is $15 in advance or $20 at the event.

Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Raffle tickets on sale until intermission.

Prizes from local merchants. Buy your tickets now at bikeatogaff. brownpapertickets.com.

10th Annual Nick’s Run to be Healed 5 K Nick’s Fight to be Healed Foundation in conjunction with the Honsinger Family is proud to announce its 10th Annual Nick’s Run to be Healed 5K on Sunday, September 29 at the Clifton Commons in honor of Olivia DeWitt and JP Honsinger.

A Kids’ Run, a 2-mile walk, a 5K Run, a Zumba warm-up, a Kids’ Carnival, and more! NFTBHF was started in memory of Nick Cammarata, who passed away in October 2008 from leukemia.

Day of registration starts at 10 a.m. and dri-fit shirts will be given to those who pre-register

by September 6. Pre-registration ends on Wednesday, September 25, price is $25 ($30 on the day of event). Register at www. fighttobehealed.org.

Looking for Farmland?

Join the Agricultural Stewardship Association (ASA) on Sunday, September 29 from

10 a.m.- 5 p.m. at the Lovejoy Building in Cambridge, for a day long program which will include a discussion on elements of a strong farm lease, as well as visits to two farm properties in southern Washington and northern Rensselaer counties which are available for lease or management leading to transition. Along the way participants will get acquainted with the agricultural landscape of our area and have lunch at an area farm which markets their products in New York City. Lunch is included in this free event, but registration is required. Registration and more details on the day are found at the ASA website www. agstewardship.org or by calling 518-692-7285.

Upstate Model Railroaders Display Sunday, September 29, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., The Upstate Model Railroaders will have their G-Scale layout on display and running at Taste of the North Country in Glens Falls City Park. Taste some of the best food the region has to offer from area restaurants and bring the kids to see the trains. Members will be on hand to answer questions. Come see what our club is all about and enjoy the love of trains.

Senior Housing Crawl The Saratoga Senior Center is hosting a Senior Housing Crawl on Thursday, October 3 from 10:30 a.m. – to approximately 6 .pm. The Crawl consists of tours of Home of the Good Shepherd (Wilton and Saratoga); Wilton Commons; The Summit and Embury Apartments, Wesley; beginning with iced coffee and cider donuts at the Saratoga Senior Center at 10:30 a.m. and culminating in a Farm-to-Table meal and wine tasting at Home of the Good Shepherd at 5 p.m.

Free snacks & refreshments will be offered at the various stops. The fee is $10 per person and registration must be made by contacting the Saratoga Senior Center at 518-584-1621.

Transportation to the sites is provided by Saratoga Senior Center and Home of the Good Shepherd. Limited handicappedaccessible seating is available.

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

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This Week’s Events: SEPT. 20 - 26 family friendly FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 20 Academy for Lifelong Learning Downsizing Seminar SUNY Empire State College 113 West Ave, Room 143, Saratoga Springs 10 a.m.- Noon | Downsizing Your Home and Belongings the Most Effective Way with George Heigel. Are you thinking of downsizing your belongings or helping a parent or a friend move? We’ll cover all the options: planning, selling, values, where to place items, moving services, resources, methods, donations to charities and more!

George will make it simple and easy. Lose the stress, remove the frustration, and receive more value for your belongings working with a professional. Cost is $10.

Open to the public. All proceeds support Academy programs. For more information or to preregister, call the Academy at 518587-2100, ext. 2390, www.esc.edu/alll.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 21 Pancake Breakfast Benefit American Legion Adirondack Post 70 34 West Ave., Saratoga Springs | 8 - 11 a.m.

The breakfast will benefit the Saratoga Veterans Chorus. Pancakes, eggs, bacon, toast, orange juice and coffee. Tickets are $8 for adults, $4 for those 12 years and under and are available in advance at Post 70 or at the door. Underwriting support for the fundraiser is provided by the Adirondack Trust Company, Stewart’s Shops and Price Chopper/Market 32.

3rd Annual Nick’s Ride to be Healed 4 Avis Dr., Latham | 9:30 a.m.

Register online at www.fighttobehealed.org or on the morning of the event at 8:30 a.m.

Following the ride will be a family friendly event with a pig roast, fun, raffle, games, music from the Back 40 Band and the Albany County Sherriff’s Child Safe Program. $30 per rider with passenger, $20 for single riders, and $20 for BBQ only (all children and Melodies Center Families are free for the BBQ - must register). More information on Facebook page @NicksRideToBeHealed.

Tip Tap Toe: Story, Dance & Play National Museum of Dance 99 S. Broadway, Saratoga Springs 11 a.m. – Noon. | This children’s movement and activity class will be centered around Shirley Temple’s life and movie career.

The class for children ages 4-7 will begin

Jim Allen’s Famous Chicken BBQ Fundraiser South Glens Falls United Methodist Church 15 Maplewood Parkway, S. Glens Falls 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Cost of meal is $12 which includes: 1/2 chicken, baked potato, coleslaw, roll, dessert and beverage. Takeouts, eat in, playground for children. For more information call 518-793-1152.

with story-time followed by video clips of Temple’s most famous tap routines. Hannah Geller will lead a tap class in our Alfred MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 Z. Solomon Children’s Wing followed by snacks and craft activity. Cost is $8 per child. Wellness Walk Tap shoes available for use. Reservations at Nilmann Parcel, King Rd., Gansevoort tours@dancemuseum.org should include the 11 a.m. – Noon | Come enjoy nature with child’s name, age and shoe size if tap shoes others looking to get outside! The walk will be borrowed. Space is limited. is geared towards gentle exercise and is for participants at basic fitness levels.

Indoor Garage & Craft Sale Registration appreciated. Free. Call for Saratoga Wilton Elks Club, 1 Elks Lane, more information, 518-450-0321.

Saratoga Springs | 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Admission is free with over 40 vendors; TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 24 parking is great, bargains galore, and lunch.

We offer household items, sports equipment, GriefShare hand-made items, clothing, jewelry, party S. Glens Falls United Methodist Church vendors, pet supplies, food treats and just 15 Maplewood Parkway, S. Glens Falls about anything you can imagine. New 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. | GriefShare seminars are vendors are signing up every month. Come browse, eat, or just get out of the house with a meant to help you recover from your loss and look forward to rebuilding your life. You friend. All proceeds go to our local charities. don’t have to go through the grieving process alone. We will meet every Tuesday for 13 Genealogy and Local History weeks. For anyone who has lost a loved one.

Town of Saratoga Town Hall For more information, call 518-793-1152.

Corner of Rt. 4 and Rt. 29, Schuylerville 1 p.m. | Hosted by Heritage Hunters of Storytelling Open Mic Saratoga County. Tina Post, certified Café Lena, 33 Phila St., Saratoga Springs genealogist, will present the program, 7 p.m. | Enjoy an evening as storytellers “Who was the Miss that became Mrs.?” from Saratoga and the Capital District share Tina has 20 years of experience in the contemporary, personal, and traditional area of family research. Her program will stories. New storytellers always welcome. feature case studies and examine clues (Stories should rarely be longer than that can lead to success in answering 10 minutes and always told, not read.) this question. Public is welcome. For September’s featured teller is Tim Van information call Ginny at 518-885-9309.

Egmond. Sign-ups for storytellers at 6:40 p.m. Admission is $5, students are free.

POW-MIA Candlelight Service Congress Park, Rotunda, Saratoga Springs 7 p.m. | Gurtler Brothers VFW Post 420 is holding a POW-MIA Candlelight service.

This service is to remind everyone that some GI’s didn’t make it back and might well still be alive. We can’t let them be forgotten.

Open to the public. For more information call and leave a message at 518-899-4976.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 22 150th Birthday Pot Luck St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church 1 Grove St., Schuylerville | 11 a.m.

The church will celebrate the 150th birthday with a service at 11 a.m. and a free potluck picnic at noon in the parish house. Anyone with a current or previous connection with the church is welcome to come and share pictures and stories. If you need a ride, call 518-587-9499.

vegetables, rolls, dessert. coffee and tea.

Donation: $12 adults, $11 seniors (62 years) and military (active or retired) with ID card, $8 children 5-12, children under 5 free. $12 all take-outs. Cash bar available.

Call 518-584-2585 for more information.

Open Mic and Jam Café Lena, 33 Phila St., Saratoga Springs Sign up 7 p.m. | All levels of playing welcome. Featured artists are Dave Scheffel and Ray Giguere, who can always be counted on to play some good old Country Blues. Opening set 7:30 p.m. Only $5.

Cars, Cigars and Birding in Cuba Saratoga Springs Public Library, Henry St., Saratoga Springs | 7 p.m. | Well-known birder and biologist Rich Guthrie will present the program. Guthrie recently visited Cuba with Birds Caribbean, an organization which focuses on habitat preservation of the Caribbean Islands. He will offer a look at many of the bird species found in Cuba, but also a look at the people, life and vintage cars that are now a national treasure of the Cuban people. This program is sponsored by the Southern Adirondack Audubon Society.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 Debate: Ballston Spa vs. Saratoga Springs, The Early Years Saratoga Springs History Museum 1 E. Congress St., Canfield Casino, Saratoga Springs | 7 – 8 p.m. | The Villages of Ballston Spa and Saratoga Springs had similar beginnings as health resorts. Local historians, Charlie Kuenzel (Saratoga Springs) and Jim Richmond (Ballston Spa) will debate the assets of the villages as they appeared in 1836 then highlight the different directions the villages went after.

UPCOMING MEETINGS

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 23

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25

Southern Saratoga Art Society

The Gangsters of Saratoga

Clifton Park Senior Community Center 6 Clifton Common Blvd., Clifton Park | 6:30 p.m.

Guest artist, Vince Forte will do a bronze sculpture demonstration and slideshow.

Public is invited to attend.

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

Join author and retired Chief of Police Greg Veitch as he presents “The Gangsters of Saratoga.” Greg will tell these true stories from his first book “All the Law in the World Won’t Stop Them,” and his soon to be released “A Gangster’s Paradise: Saratoga Springs from Prohibition to Kefauver.” Please RSVP to 518-430-2136 or cdurant@summitseniorlife.com.

Chicken & Biscuits Swiss Steak Dinner Saratoga Wilton Elks Club, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs | 4:30 – 6:30 p.m.

Soup Dijour, salad, chicken and biscuits, swiss steak, mashed potatoes, seasonal

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 24 After the Fire Meeting Halfmoon Town Hall, Lower Newton Rd., Halfmoon, 7 p.m. | After the Fire is a nonprofit organization that helps Saratoga County Residents who have suffered a loss due to fire.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 Learn about Cub Scouting Dorothy Nolan Elementary School Cafeteria 6:30 p.m. Enrolling boys and girls in grades K-5. Contact Shelley Duell at Pack 4024 for further information at 518-466-2913.

Send your calendar events to calendar@saratogapublishing.com two weeks prior to the event.

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2019 Adirondack Balloon Festival

“Allycorn” the Unicorn to make International Debut!

GLENS FALLS — The Board of Directors of the Adirondack Balloon Festival is pleased to announce details of this year’s 47th Anniversary celebration to be held September 19 - 22.

Organizers have announced this year’s premiere shapes scheduled to participate: “Allycorn” the Unicorn was specifically built by Airfly Balloons of Brazil for Monahan Airways, operated by brothers Todd and Scott Monahan. Scott’s daughter Jade was the inspiration due to her love of unicorns. Monahan Airways is one of the largest Special shape Balloon Companies

in the United States and travels all over the world including Canada, Mexico, Australia, and New Zealand. Todd welcomes interviews and can be reached at 518-796-0373 In addition, “Simbaloo The Lion”, “Adelaide The Koala” and “Duma the Cheetah” will debut at the 2019 festival. Andrew Holly, Chief Pilot of Exclusive Ballooning from Great Britain, brings the trio to grace the Adirondack sky.

“Rocket, the Flying Squirrel” and “Billy the Kid” will join the festival. The two balloons are part of a stable of 10 animation themed

balloons that make up John Cavin’s Cartoon Hot Air Balloons business in Indialantic, Florida.

Returning balloon, “Pig headed”, flown by Keith Sproul makes its first appearance since 2013.

This year’s events also include band performances by The Lustre Kings, Kevin McKrell & Orion Kribs, Pluck & Rail, The High Peaks Bluegrass Band and Across The Pond.

The event kicks off Thursday, September 19 at 4 p.m. at Crandall Park, Glens Falls. Events continue throughout the weekend at Floyd Bennett Memorial Airport (Warren County Airport).

Allycorn Unicorn. Photo provided.

The Adirondack Balloon Festival is a not-for-profit organization governed and operated all by volunteers. This community supported event remains free of charge for all to attend for now all of its 47 years.

The Festival attracts 125-150,000 people to the region each year and is the largest balloon festival on the East Coast of the United States.

For more information visit: adirondackballoonfest.org or call 518-222-4593.

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Tang Museum Programming Gravedigger’s Tale at Season Opens with Skidmore Sept. 28 Fall Celebration Sept. 21 SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Frances Young Tang Teaching Museum and Art Gallery at Skidmore College announces its fall 2019 programming, featuring exhibitions, tours, talks, screenings, workshops, special guests Roger Beebe, Kate Kraczon, and Ebony G. Patterson, and a Fall Celebration on Saturday, Sept. 21.

The Fall Celebration begins at 4 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 21 with a curators’ talk between Kate Kraczon and Ian Berry.

Kraczon curated the exhibition Ree Morton: The Plant That Heals May Also Poison for the Philadelphia Institute for Contemporary Art, University of Pennsylvania, and Dayton Director Berry organized the show for the Tang. The exhibition surveys the brief but influential artistic career of former Skidmore student Ree Morton (1936-1977).

A public reception follows for all of the Museum’s exhibitions: Beauty and Bite, Elevator Music 39: Bug, and Serious Sparkle.

The first Dunkerley Dialogue of the 2019-2020 academic year,

with exhibiting artist Ebony G. Patterson in conversation with Winston Grady-Willis, the director of Skidmore College’s new Black Studies Program, at 7 pm. on Tuesday, Sept. 24.

EXHIBITIONS Beauty & Bite - features artists from the Tang collection whose work examines questions of identity — particularly race, gender, and sexuality — and explores the underlying mythologies and histories that inform contemporary society.

Ree Morton: The Plant That Heals May Also Poison A survey of the career of Ree Morton (1936-1977) features drawings, paintings, and largescale sculptural environments made by the artist during her short but prolific career.

Morton, who remains widely under-recognized, was involved in the feminist and postminimalist art movements in the 1970s and produced an influential body of work.

Serious Sparkle - addresses how contemporary artists use glitter to explore issues around the construction and representation of femininity, queer identity, and the body.

Elevator Music 39: Bug - Visitors can create their own sounds and songs through the digital application Bug, created by graphic design studio Linked by Air, and the colorful environment of the Tang elevator.

Nicole Cherubini: Shaking the Trees – opens Oct. 19. Cherubini launches her two-year project of turning the Tang’s mezzanine into a community space for conversation and contemplation through ceramic tiling, modular seating, and sculpture.

The Tang’s regular hours are Noon to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday, with extended hours until 9 p.m. on Thursdays and for special events.

For more information, and a complete list of fall programming, including exhibitions and events, visit tang.skidmore.edu.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Two performances of Gravedigger’s Tale will be staged at Skidmore College’s Janet Kinghorn Bernhard Theater on Saturday, Sept. 28.

Shows are at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.

Gravedigger’s Tale is created and directed by Robert Richmond and performed by Louis Butelli as the Gravedigger. The 40-minute interactive tour comes through one of literature’s most honored works, Shakespeare's Hamlet.

The story of Hamlet is told by the Gravedigger using Shakespeare's moving words with some original and traditional music, a good many laughs and a bit of help from the audience.

Gravedigger’s Tale is appropriate for audiences of all ages. At once comic and melancholy, Gravedigger’s Tale is a valentine to the Danish Prince, offering an alternate look at Shakespeare’s great work and bringing audience members directly into the action.

Tickets are: $15 for general admission; $12 for seniors and

military; and $8 for children and Skidmore students.

For tickets and information visit the website: theater.skidmore. edu or saratogashakespeare. com or call the Skidmore JKB Box Office at 518-580-5439.

For additional information, call Saratoga Shakespeare at 518-428-2703.

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“ABBEY ROAD” COMES TO PHILA STREET SARATOGA SPRINGS — A celebration marking the 50th Anniversary of the classic Beatles’ release of “Abbey Road” - with hosts and unabashed music duo Addie & Olin—Unleashed! – will be staged Saturday, Sept. 28 at Caffè Lena, 47 Phila St. The event features the flamboyant and ebullient trio The Silver Beats - vocalist Graham Tichy, bassist-singer Ian ‘Ritz’ Carlton and drummer Mike Lomaestro, fiddle/ vocalist Kate Levine, who promise to present beautifully honed Fab Four songs played with precision and flair.

Performances are at 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. Tickets: $25, $22 (café members), $12.50 students and kids. Go to: caffellena.org.

Addie & Olin cross Abbey Road at Caffe Lena Sept. 28.

National Museum of Dance Presents Talk in the Foyer Joanne Savio: A Life Spent Staring SARATOGA SPRINGS — The National Museum of Dance will present Joanne Savio: A Life Spent Staring at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 26. The conversation will be led by Joanne Savio in her exhibition On Being Still in the Museum’s Foyer Gallery. Light refreshments will be served; a $10 per person donation is suggested.

Photographer and arts professor Joanne Savio taught in the film program at NYU’s Tisch

School of the Arts and NYU Abu Dhabi for more than two decades.

She has exhibited and worked as a portrait photographer for over 30 years. In her talk, Joanne will share the unexpected ways her life experience and childhood obsessions brought her to the medium that would define her as an artist.

For more information, contact the National Museum of Dance at: info@dancemuseum.org, or call 518-584-2225, ext. 3001.

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Bringing It All Back Home: Deconstructing The Beatles:

Caffe Lena Stages Shows with Don Armstrong, Figgs Abbey Road 50 Years Later Sept. 28 at Proctors

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Caffe Lena will stage a pair of shows this month featuring returning Spa City legends back on the local stage.

“Tucson legend” and a “folk treasure” Don Armstrong performs

8 p.m. Friday, Sept. 20. Armstrong will be joined by Chris Brashear, Michael Markowitz, Teresina Huxtable, & Jaoquin Armstrong. Tix are $18 general admission, $16 café members, and $9 students and kids.

Next week, hometown rockers The Figgs return for a performance at 8 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 27. Tix: $25 general admission, $22 café members, and $12.50 students and kids.

SCHENECTADY — Just days after the actual 50th anniversary of the release of the Beatles’ enduring classic album “Abbey Road,” Beatleologist Scott Freiman returns to Proctors to transport fans—across time and the Atlantic Ocean, to swinging London in 1969 — with tales of the Fab Four’s recording sessions at the self-same Abbey Road Studios.

With the two-part Deconstructing The Beatles: Abbey Road, Freiman has created one of his most in-depth “deconstructions” yet. Freiman goes on a track-by-track journey, explaining the inspiration for each of the songs and their individual evolution in the studio.

The Beatles’ Abbey Road is a masterpiece filled with classic Beatles songs, such as “Come Together,” “Something” and “Here Comes the Sun.” George Martin told

the Beatles to think “symphonically,” and they responded by creating the remarkable side two suite.

Abbey Road was the last time that the Beatles recorded together at EMI Studios—soon-to-bechristened Abbey Road Studios, after the disc’s release. Despite the bittersweet atmosphere that surrounded the recording sessions, the Beatles’ outstanding songs and performances together with George Martin’s orchestrations produced a long player that continues to be regarded as one of the best albums ever created.

Deconstructing The Beatles: Abbey Road, is offered in two parts on Saturday, Sept. 28 at the GE Theatre at Proctors—Side One, 3:30 p.m.; Side Two, 7:30 p.m.

Tickets: $25 per Side, are available at the Box Office at Proctors, 432 State St; by phone at 518.346.6204; and online at proctors.org.

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The Spring SARATOGA SPRINGS — Capital District Jazz Presents: The Jazz Colleagues with Patricia Dalton Fennell, pianist John Esposito, and bassist Ira Coleman. 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 26 at Spring Street Gallery, 110 Spring St. Tickets: $15.

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A wide variety of wines from the award-winning Dr. Konstantin

Frank winery will be available for purchase during the event. Light snacks will be provided. Tickets are $25 general admission.

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SARATOGA SPRINGS — "Songs For A More Sustainable Saratoga," is a fundraiser for Sustainable Saratoga, will take place 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 28 at Caffe Lena.

The afternoon of live music features Angelina Valente, Corry Loveday, and Rich Clements.

The non-profit organization promotes sustainable practices and the protection of natural resources. Since 2008, Sustainable Saratoga has been a leader in promoting environmental awareness and what we as a local community can do to minimize

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Frank Wakefield Returns to Saratoga SARATOGA SPRINGS — Bluegrass/mandolin icon Frank Wakefield and his band return to The Parting Glass on Lake Avenue for an appearance at 8 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 28.

Wakefield’s performances run the gamut from bluegrass to classical. His debut released of original music -"New Camptown Races" – was issued in 1953.

In addition to his own recordings and performances, Wakefield has performed and collaborated with Jerry Garcia, Don McLean, Linda Ronstadt, and scores of others. Tickets: $15. For more information, go to: partingglasspub.com

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Puzzles Across 1 One of a pair in “Waiting for Godot” 4 __ ray 10 Where rds. meet 14 Frat address 15 Iris ring 16 Obama’s birthplace 17 Basic resting place 18 Personal guide 20 Start of “A Visit From St. Nicholas” 22 Common base 23 “Joke’s on you!”

24 Shoe fastener 27 Animal’s gullet 30 “To see __ is a picture”: Dickinson 31 Make subservient 33 Nincompoop 35 “Biggest Little City in the World” 37 Next Dodger after Fernando to win the Cy Young Award 38 Historic Manhattan jazz club 41 Ancient Icelandic text 42 Birthstone for some Scorpios 43 Bavarian count opener 44 Pose anew, as a question 46 Hosp. areas 47 Put away 48 Cloud above a peak 54 Hideout 56 Crude shelter 57 Thing on a string 58 Source of the Romance languages 62 Sound after a punch 63 How some games are won, briefly 64 Dawn goddess 65 Aflame 66 Cuts 67 Shows disapproval, in a way 68 Far from friendly Down 1 “How to Get Away With Murder” airer 2 Actor Russell 3 Whole 4 Member of the reigning NBA champs 5 Big talker 6 Graf rival 7 See 12-Down 8 The Seine’s __ Saint-Germain 9 Use to one’s advantage

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25 Sitcom that starred a singer 26 Kidney-related 28 States as fact 29 Join with heat 32 Comedian who said, “I have a lot of beliefs, and I live by none of ‘em” 33 Lavatory fixture 34 Chap 35 Turn off 36 Green of “Penny Dreadful” 38 Designer Wang 39 Scene of biblical destruction

40 Spice Girl Halliwell 45 Nike competitor 46 Whole 49 Blackens 50 Jaguars, for instance 51 Garlicky spread 52 Unlikely to come unglued 53 Big name in the bags aisle 55 Fed. employees 58 Energetic spirit 59 Game with wild cards 60 Him, to Henri 61 “A Queens Story” rapper

Writing the Right Word by Dave Dowling Accuracy in word choice is a key to effective communication. In your daily writing and speaking, try to make sure you use the right word in the right place with the right spelling. By doing so, its effect will affect your communication in a positive way. This quick weekly tip will help you filter the confusion in some of our daily word choices.

This Week: Partake, Participate You partake of something and you participate in something.

After participating in the tournament, we wanted to partake of some refreshments.

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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SRYMCA Youth Activities SRYMCA Basketball • TINY TUTUS

(3-5 years) This class builds on the basics of ballet.

Imaginative and creative movements are used to form a passion for dance. Ballet movements, positions, and combinations are explored. The fundamentals of rhythm are reinforced with listening and musical games.

• Min. 4 | Max. 8 • Saratoga Springs Branch, Toohey Multi-Purpose Room • Saturday 10:10-10:55 a.m.; or Saturday, 11-11:45 a.m.

• Member: $60 | Non-Member: $120

• TWINKLE TOES

(4-6 years) This class is two programs in one. Ballet fundamentals are improved, while establishing tap basics. Tap steps will develop balance and coordination. Creative movement is utilized to foster body awareness. Musical games and listening exercises help to increase rhythm.

• Min. 4 | Max. 10.

• Saratoga Springs Branch, Toohey Multi-Purpose Room • Wednesday, 5-5:55 p.m.; or Saturday, 12-12:55 p.m.

• Member: $58 | Non-Member: $116

• MINI ACTIVE KIDS CLUB

(2-3 years) Participants will experience a variety of games and activities in a small group setting to help get all their energy out! Parents are encouraged to participate.

• Min. 5 | Max. 10 • Saratoga Springs Branch, Gym • Monday, 10:50-11:20 a.m.; Tuesday, 10:30-11 a.m.

• Member: $18 | Non-Member: $36

• MINI T-BALL ON THE FIELD

(4-6 years) This class is an introduction to T-Ball.

The focus is on learning the basic skills and game play of T-Ball. The kids will be introduced to throwing, catching and hitting. For more information please contact Kristi.Savage@srymca. org or 518-583-9622, ext 123.

• Min. 4 | Max. 12 • Saratoga Springs Branch, Game Field • Monday 4-4:30 p.m.

• Member: $40 | Non-Member: $80

President of Operations at the Saratoga Regional YMCA. “These events are part of a powerful, growing movement in our country and around the world, demonstrating that communities want to be welcoming,” said Rachel Peric, Executive Director of Welcoming America. “Welcoming Week is a reminder of the resilient,

The Saratoga Regional YMCA Youth Basketball Program is for boys and girls entering grades 3rd through 12th. All skill levels are welcome.

The league runs from December to March.

• All games will be played on Sundays • Member: $85 | Non-Membes: $170

• MEN’S BASKETBALL LEAGUE

Men’s basketball is an organized league for individuals 50+ who want to play in a competitive league. You will be assigned to a team, receive a schedule and jersey. The teams will also have a playoff and championship games at the end of the season.

• Member: $130 | Non-Member $260.

• MINI SHOTS BASKETBALL

(6-7 years) Using basketball drills, participants will learn the fundamentals of basketball - dribbling, passing, shooting - and build muscle memory while increasing their hand/eye coordination.

• Min. 4 | Max. 10 • Tuesday, 4:30-5:15 p.m. or Saturday, 9:30-10:15 a.m.

• Member: $42 | Non-Members: $84

• SMALL SHOTS BASKETBALL

The Capital District and SRYMCA to Celebrate New Americans During Welcoming Week SARATOGA/ALBANY — Welcoming Week is a national celebration of new Americans.

Taking place September 13-22, the Capital District and Saratoga Regional YMCAs join hundreds of YMCAs across the country in hosting events that celebrate immigrants’ contributions to our communities. Welcoming Week activities are free and open to the public. Activities include a variety of free class demonstrations, from Badminton classes to ping pong to seminars about nutrition to potluck dinners to henna demonstrations to bounce house fun for children.

“Welcoming Week is an opportunity for neighbors, both immigrants and U.S. born, to learn more about one another and to celebrate our different cultures. It’s also a time of education and connection in an effort to make our communities more vibrant and prosperous for all,” said Scott Clark, Vice

• YOUTH BASKETBALL LEAGUE

inclusive spirit of American communities. Thousands of local leaders nationwide are bringing their communities together to build stronger local economies where everyone belongs.”

More events are being added as more community partners join Welcome Week, so check cdymca. org and srymca.org for the most up-to-date information.

(8-10 years) This program is designed for boys and girls to develop fundamental basketball skills such as dribbling, shooting, passing, offense, and defense. Players will learn in a supportive, safe, and noncompetitive environment where focus is on learning the game, and having fun.

• Min. 4 | Max. 14 • Wednesday, 4-5 p.m. or Saturday, 10:15-11:15 a.m.

• Member: $50 | Non-Member: $100

• LITTLE SHOTS BASKETBALL

(4-5 years) Through play, participants will discover the fundamentals of basketball. The last class of the session will be a scrimmage that parents are welcome to participate in!

• Min. 4 | Max. 10 • Tuesday, 4-4:30 p.m. or Saturday, 9-9:30 a.m.

• Member: $40 | Non-Member: $80

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SHIFTING GEARS Balancing the Sport of Motherhood and Racing

The Burlington Criterium. Photos provided.

by Lindsay Wilson Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Rachel Uccellini, 38, kickstarts her mornings jumping into her full riding gear, gathering the kids, makeing sure they're fed, dressed, and buckled into the car to shuttle them to morning drop off. Yes, dressed head to toe in full cycling gear and helmet. She’s got about three hours left to scramble back home, hop on her bike and begin her intensive training. After miles are biked throughout town, she jumps off her bike and back into her car to pick up her youngest from pre-school and resume mommy duties. That is an average morning for this dedicated category two athlete balancing her passions for the sport and her passion for her family.

“For me the juggle is looking at my week, and just fitting all of that in, in a way that does not take away from my kids being kids,” said Uccellini, who bikes 200 to 225 miles per week in preparation for her next road races.

Ten years ago, Uccellini purchased her first road bike and would spend her free time biking

around town with her fellow biker friends. A few years later Uccellini decided, almost on a whim to try her hand at a race in Killington, Vermont and thought, “Oh this is fun, something to train for, not having any idea what racing was like.”

With little to no formal training Uccellini came in second place and thus, her passion for competitive racing was sparked. With help from her husband Tommy, Uccellini got connected with local T3 athlete Kevin Crossman who aided her in learning the technicalities of competitive cycling.

In the spring of 2016, she began seriously competing and training and noticed early that she had a lot more to learn, from having her bike properly fitted

by Steven Fairchild, to learning proper gear ratios to shift in and out of, and proper racing etiquette.

“The best way I’ve learned in cycling is in a race,” said Uccellini.

“When you make a fatal mistake out there, you’re sure to never do it again.”

In a short span of time Uccellini competed in several races with some wins and some

“I NEVER LOSE, I LEARN.” losses. But if you ask Uccellini, she’ll tell you that she’s never truly lost a race.

“I never lose, I learn. Cause honestly, I’ve lost a lot more than i’ve won. I’ve had a lot of successes in a short period of time, but I’ve definitely lost. And you have to take away from that situation… so much of bike racing has to do with being smart, not strong,” said Uccellini.

Labor Day weekend, 2019, the largest professional/armature road stage race in the region took place, and for Uccellini it’s her most anticipated race of the year.

“We were to leave Thursday, and my daughter fell of the monkey bars on Wednesday and broke her arm. I spent that entire day in the emergency room with her - I didn’t really sleep that night.”

Dedicated to both the wellbeing of her family and her passion to compete, Uccellini fastened both her athlete and mommy helmet as she had to juggle tending to her injured daughter, wake up early to head to the race, pack activities for her kids, get them packed away in the car, register for the race, pre-ride the course and then get her head in the competition.

With the support of her family and teammates Uccellini not only tackled the race with all of her drive but came in second place – resulting in her athletic category upgrade to a two. Uccellini has an ambitious goal to upgrade to becoming a category one athlete by the time she’s 40.

“I have these aggressive goals in this aggressive timeline

Rachel Uccellini.

because my children are getting older. My daughters are gonna start having...it’s not gonna be summer of Rachel anymore.

There's gonna be soccer camps and practice and weekends are gonna be completely dictated by their schedules because I’m not gonna cheat them of that. I realize my daughters are gonna have dreams and passions too.”

With two more years to achieve her new goal, Uccellini uses each of her passions to fuel the other.

“This is a hobby at the end of the day. I love it, so much, but you can’t lose sight of what’s truly important. My husband and my daughters are a big part of what inspires me to do this.

So I have to make sure all of that is played forward.”`

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Scotties Soccer on Fire continued from front page...

This year’s team has 16 seniors, a majority of whom were players in preceding years.

“Last year we made it to the semifinals in sectionals. I would like to see a sectional final game and honestly, I would like to have a sectional final win,” said Coach Retersdorf. “We were one off from being the Grey Division Suburban council leaders.”

The Scotties are making their way through the season currently with a 4 – 2 League standing and a 6 – 2 overall standing.

With ambitious goals for the upcoming season with two starting players out for the season, one would think that would create some worry, but Coach Retersdorf believes that this group of athletes is adaptable and can power through a less than ideal circumstance.

“What’s been amazing about this group of girls is that they all step up. And with the amount of depth and talent that they have yes, we miss those girls and yes, those girls play a critical role to our program…I think yes, it’s a big loss but we have such an amazing group of girls that we can make up for it.”

Coach Retersdorf is sure to stress each year at tryouts that school comes first. The girls are keeping up with their high standards off the field as well. Each year Coach Retersdorf ’s team has

made the Scholar – All – Athlete Program and received recognitions for their academic achievement.

The support he and the team receive from the community, the administration and family are part of what coach Retersdorf attributes his team’s fortunate success to. But alongside that, he states that his athletes are the driving force of the direction the team is going.

“I think that one of our biggest team successes is how the girls interact with each other on and off the field, and I think their team chemistry is one of our biggest strengths, especially with our team captains,” said Coach Retersdorf. “And that I think is why we’ve had such success early on, and why I think we will continue to have success throughout the season.”

The girls take on Saratoga Springs at home Tuesday, October 1.

Ballston Spa High School Girls Varsity Soccer Team. Photo provided.

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Cheerleading FRIDAY, 9/20 ■ Saratoga (Girls) vs. Shaker 7 p.m. at Shaker ■ Ballston (Girls) vs. Mohonasen 7 p.m. at Mohonasen

GLANCE

TUESDAY, 9/24 ■ Saratoga (Girls) vs. Bethlehem 4:15 p.m. at Bethlehem ■ Saratoga (Boys) vs. Bethlehem 4:15 p.m. at Saratoga ■ Ballston (Boys) vs. CBA 4:15 p.m. at Christian Brothers Academy

Football

■ Schuylerville (Girls) vs. Glens Falls 7 p.m. at Schuylerville

FRIDAY, 9/20

■ Spa Catholic (Girls) vs. Tamarac 4:15 p.m. at Tamarac

■ Saratoga (Boys) vs. Shaker 7 p.m. at Shaker ■ Ballston (Boys) vs. Mohonasen 7 p.m. at Mohonasen ■ Schuylerville (Boys) vs. Broadalbin 7 p.m. at Broadalbin

Tennis FRIDAY, 9/20 ■ Ballston (Girls) vs. Bethlehem 4:15 p.m. at Bethlehem

THURSDAY, 9/26 ■ Ballston (Girls) vs. Averill Park 4:15 p.m. at Averill Park

Soccer FRIDAY, 9/20 ■ Schuylerville (Girls) vs. Amsterdam 4:30 p.m. at Schuylerville

■ Spa Catholic (Boys) vs. Berlin 4:30 p.m. at Spa Catholic.

THURSDAY, 9/26 ■ Saratoga (Boys) vs. CBA 4:15 p.m. at Saratoga ■ Ballston (Boys) vs. Averill Park 4:15 p.m. at Ballston ■ Ballston (Girls) vs. Averill Park 4:15 p.m. at Averill Park ■ Schuylerville (Boys) vs. South Glens Falls 7 p.m. at Schuylerville

Volleyball FRIDAY, 9/20

■ Ballston (Girls) vs. Bethlehem 11 a.m. at Bethlehem

SATURDAY, 9/21

■ Schuylerville (Boys) vs. Hudson Falls 4:30 p.m. at Hudson Falls

TUESDAY, 9/24 ■ Saratoga (Girls) vs. Bethlehem 4:15 p.m. at Bethlehem

WEDNESDAY, 9/25 ■ Saratoga (Boys) vs. Colonie 4:15 p.m. at Colonie ■ Schuylerville (Girls) vs. Hudson Falls 6 p.m. at Hudson Falls ■ Spa Catholic (Girls) vs. Waterford 5:30 p.m. at Waterford

Swimming/ Diving

■ Meet (Girls): Saratoga Springs, Bethlehem, Ravena Coeymans, Brodalbin, Columbia, Hudson Falls 8 a.m. at APHS Gymnasium ■ Meet (Girls): Ballston Spa, Niskayuna, Queensbury, Burnt Hills 8 a.m. at Burnt Hills

MONDAY, 9/23 ■ Schuylerville vs. Schoharie 6:30 p.m. at Schuylerville

WEDNESDAY, 9/25 ■ Spa Catholic (Boys) vs. Waterford 4 p.m. at Waterford

THURSDAY, 9/26 ■ Saratoga (Boys) vs. CBA, Albany 4:15 p.m. at McGregor-Links ■ Ballston (Boys) vs. Averill Park 4:15 p.m. at Ballston Spa Country Club

Field Hockey FRIDAY, 9/20 ■ Saratoga (Girls) vs. Bethlehem 4:15 p.m. at Saratoga ■ Schuylerville (Girls) vs. Hoosick at 4:30 p.m. at Schuylerville

FRIDAY, 9/20

MONDAY, 9/23

■ Saratoga (Girls) vs. Shaker, Glens Falls 4:30 p.m. at Skidmore

■ Saratoga (Girls) vs. Guilderland 6 p.m. at Guilderland

WEDNESDAY, 9/25

TUESDAY, 9/24

■ Saratoga (Girls) vs. Colonie, Schenectady 4:30 p.m. at Pat Riley Sports Center

■ Schuylerville (Girls) vs. Scotia 4:30 p.m. at Scotia

Golf

■ Spa Catholic (Girls) vs. Hoosick Valley 4:15 p.m. Hoosick Valley

MONDAY, 9/23

■ Spa Catholic (Girls) vs. Mechanicville 5:30 p.m. at TBA

■ Spa Catholic (Boys) vs. Germantown 4:15 p.m. at Germantown

■ Saratoga (Girls) vs. Schuylerville 7 p.m. at Schuylerville

■ Spa Catholic (Boys) vs. Schoharie 4:30 p.m. at Spa Catholic

League games and matches this week are as follows:

■ Ballston (Girls) vs. Shaker 4:30 p.m. at BSHS at 4:30 p.m.

SATURDAY, 9/21

■ Spa Catholic (Girls) vs. Salem 10 a.m. at Spa Catholic

LOCAL SPORTS SEASON SCHEDULE

■ Spa Catholic (Girls) vs. Berlin 4:15 p.m. at Spa Catholic

■ Saratoga (Boys) vs. Columbia 4:15 p.m. at Columbia

■ Ballston (Boys) vs. Bethlehem 11 a.m. at Ballston

Week of September 20 – September 26, 2019

FRIDAY, 9/21 ■ Spa Catholic (Boys) vs. Hoosick Falls 4 p.m. at Hoosick Falls

MONDAY, 9/23 ■ Saratoga (Girls and Boys) vs. Niskayuna 4:15 p.m. MacGregor Links ■ Ballston (Girls and Boys) vs. Guilderland 4:15 p.m. at Western Turnpike ■ Schuylerville (Boys) vs. Hudson Falls 4 p.m. at Schuylerville

TUESDAY, 9/24 ■ Saratoga (Girls) vs. Bethlehem 4:15 p.m. at McGregor-Links ■ Ballston (Boys) vs. CBA 4:15 p.m. at Town of Colonie Golf Course ■ Spa Catholic (Boys) vs. Mechanicville 3:30 p.m. at Spa Catholic

*All information subject to change due to weather.

MONDAY, 9/25 ■ Saratoga (Girls) vs. Columbia 5:30 p.m. at Columbia ■ Schuylerville (Girls) vs. Corinth 4:30 p.m. at Schuylerville.

THURSDAY, 9/25 ■ Schuylerville (Girls) vs. Gloversville 4:30 p.m. at Schuylerville

Cross Country SATURDAY, 9/21 ■ Saratoga (Girls) vs. Shaker, Schenectady, Burnt Hills, Guilderland 7:30 p.m. at Tawasentha Park a.m.

TUESDAY, 9/24 ■ Saratoga (Boys) vs. Bethlehem, Columbia, Burnt Hills 4:15 p.m. at Saratoga Spa State Park ■ Ballston (Boys and Girls) vs.

Guilderland, Shaker, Schenectady 4:15 p.m. at Colonie Town Park

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The National Museum of Racing and Hall Of Fame Education Experience Project SARATOGA SPRINGS — The new project is intended to create a paradigm shift as a destination that invites audiences to feel the exhilaration of Thoroughbred racing, the passion behind the heritage of the sport, and the thrill of exploring the stories of those who reveal “what it takes” to be among the greatest of the greats.

The Pre-show experience is designed to entice and energize the visitor for the Hall of Fame

experience. The Pre-show includes three main areas: The Paddock, the Track and the Winner’s Circle.

Visitors will learn about the Paddock, where the interaction between the horses and the public begins; the Track, which explores what the minutes-long experience is like for all the participants at the track and all the complexities that get packed into the short race time; and the Winner’s Circle after the casualness of the Paddock and the intensity of the Track

comes the joy and reflection of the Winner’s Circle.

The Hall of Fame features a larger than life cinematic experience that will inspire visitors’ emotional engagement with the story — a thrilling exploration of the question, “What does it take to be among the greatest of the greats, to be a member of the National Thoroughbred Racing Hall of Fame?”

Visitors will take part in an interactive experience. The show

unfolds through story as well as a dramatic series of reveals.

Progressively larger screens descend into the middle of the space, building to the moment when full 360° projections surround the audience, literally placing the visitor in the middle of the story.

For a cinematic experience, large-scale monitors strategically placed around the room come to life with subtly moving portraits of Hall of Famers, drawing visitors toward them. Here, visitors come

eye-to-eye with every inductee, easily searchable in multiple ways.

They can also delve more deeply into rich, multimedia stories about some of the most famous horses or individuals, as well as stories focused on thematic topics that will enrich visitors’ appreciation for the rigor, craft and excitement of the sport.

Go to the website www. racingmuseum.org to view the exciting preview video and for ways to donate to this important project.

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Community

SPORTS BULLETIN Annual Cystic Fibrosis Cycle for Life GREENFIELD CENTER — Get your wheels in motion for the 9th annual Cystic Fibrosis Cycle for Life event and ride through some of the most picturesque and scenic terrain in Saratoga and Sacandaga areas on Sunday, Sept. 22. The ride will begin at at 8:30 a.m. at Saratoga Polo Association, 2 Bloomfield Road in Greenfield Center. Check-in is at 7 a.m.

CF Cycle for Life is a fully-supported ride with route options of 19, 30 or 62-miles. There will be rest stops every 10-12 miles, bike mechanics for bicycle maintenance, ride marshals, and support vehicles to help you complete the ride. For more information and registration details visit fightcf.cff.org/site/ TR?fr_id=7546&pg=entry.

Capital Region Walk for R.I.T.A. SARATOGA SPRINGS — Walk to fight suicide at the Capital Region Walk for R.I.T.A. an Out of the Darkness Community Walk on Sept. 22 in Saratoga Spa State Park at the Orenda Pavilion, Saratoga Springs.

Registration begins at 9 a.m. Proceeds bring local and national suicide prevention and awareness programs of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention directly to our communities. Learn more and register to walk at afsp.org/rita.

Town of Wilton Recreational Basketball at Gavin Park WILTON — Registration has begun for the Town of Wilton’s Recreational basketball program at Gavin Park. The Jr. NBA basketball program runs from Oct. 15 through Feb. 8 and is open to boys and girls in second through tenth grade.

Registration is open. To register and for additional information go to www.townofwilton.com.

“Teams for Dreams” Basketball Tournament SARATOGA SPRINGS — The 2019 Saratoga Springs Rotary Education Foundation “Teams for Dreams” three on three basketball tournament will be held at Saratoga Springs High School on Saturday, Oct. 12.

The event will feature men’s, women’s and co-ed teams of three or four players competing in various age groups at youth and adult levels.

The tournament will run from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 12. The cost is $120 per team, with a maximum of four players. For more information and to register your team, visit saratogaspringsscholarships.org.

Registration closes Oct. 10.

The Saratoga Springs Rotary Education Foundation has partnered with Saratoga Financial Services to sponsor the event. All proceeds will fund local scholarships to help students achieve their dreams!

Gorilla Basketball Open for Enrollment WILTON — Gorilla Basketball is now open for enrollment! Gorilla basketball is a program for boys and girls ages 4-6. The program is seven weeks and will teach the beginners basic of the game of basketball.

Two sessions are available. Gorilla Basketball is on Sunday mornings, the first session, Gorilla I, is from 9-9:45 a.m. and is for beginners. The second session, Gorilla II, is from 10-10:45 a.m. and builds on the skills taught in Gorilla I. (Gorilla I must be completed before you can enroll in Gorilla II). The program will begin Nov. 3 and end Dec. 15.

For additional information call 518-587-9913. To enroll go to apm.activecommunities.com/wiltonrecreation.

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“FIT AND FUN” is Back!

MALTA — Join Artistic Director Elyse Young in a workout that will have you laughing and sweating at the same time! FIT AND FUN is centered on music that makes you want to move! Fall classes are on Tuesday nights for ages 16+ at the Malta Community Center. The first five week season runs through Oct. 8 from 6–7 p.m. Second session runs Oct. 22 to Nov. 26 (skip Nov. 12). Call Malta Parks and Recreation for additional information at 518-899-4411 or register online at www.maltaparksrec.com.

Saratoga Recreation Department • Fall Soccer: Everyone age 3-Adult is welcome.

• Swing for the Fences Jr. Sluggers Baseball: Everyone in grades K-4 is welcome. Learn baseball fundamentals and build your skills for the spring season.

• Serve Up Your Best with the Volleyball League: Everyone age 8-14 is welcome. Develop your skills and learn rules and strategy to be a successful volleyball player.

• Ultimate Disc Program: Everyone age 11-14 is welcome. Learn tips and tricks to become a better ultimate disc player.

• Hustle with the Field Hockey League: Everyone age 8-14 is welcome. Skill development for team play is taught through practice and scrimmages.

• Batter Up with the Tiny T-Ball Program: Everyone age 3-5 is welcome. Participants learn basic hitting, throwing, and base running.

• Reach for the Rim with the Basketball Program: Everyone age 3-Grade 12 is welcome.

• Get in the Ring with the Boxing Program: Everyone age 8-15 is welcome. Learn proper boxing technique and receive conditioning tips.

Visit SaratogaRec.com for additional information and to download forms. Contact 518-587-3550, ext. 2300 or email recreservations@saratoga-springs.org.

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Local Athletes

All Star�Moments Saratoga Springs Boys Volleyball vs. Guilderland

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11 Saratoga beat Guilderland JV 2-0 Saratoga beat Guilderland Varsity 3-1

Player Stats: Saratoga: Nate Krackeler 9 Assists; Garrett Myers 7 kills 1 block; Max Ott 9 kills; Aidan Reynolds 12 assists

Guilderland: Noah Manzella 4 aces; Jack Henning 7 digs; Jason Xue 8 digs 5 kills; Aneesh Muppidi 6 kills.

Catholic Saints Girls Volleyball vs. Berlin Mountaineers WASAREN LEAGUE Saints won 3-0 Scores 25-13, 25-6, 26-18 Highlights for the Saints:

Bella Ares 5 service points 2 aces; Catherine Darcy 15 service points 7 aces; Annie Naughton 11 service points 6 aces, 5 kills;

Allison Motler 13 service points 5 aces 8 assists Highlights Mountaineers: Kendra Roberts 2 points, 4 assists, 2 digs

Saratoga Springs vs. Burnt Hills Field Hockey Final Score: Toga – 4 v. BH – 1 BH at Saratoga (Dome) Halftime Saratoga -1 v. BH- 1 Scoring: Toga Lily Gutch assisted

by Anna Dennett

Scoring BH: Paige Thowe Second Half Scoring: Toga Dani Geils assisted by Kylie Folts; Hunter Yourch assisted by Lily Gutch; Dani Giels

Goalies: Toga – Kristen Rodecker 13 saves; BH – Senja Matson 5 saves Corners: Toga – 6 | BH – 7 Shots: Toga – 9 | BH – 13 Saratoga 3-2 | BH- 4-1

Saratoga Springs Boys Volleyball vs. Burnt Hills – Ballston Lake FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake (3-1) defeated Saratoga Springs (3-1)(3 sets to 0) (25-15, 25-23, 25-15) Player Standouts: BHBL: Cedric Sirianni- 12 Kills;

Jake Baker, 13 Kills, 2 Aces, 2 Blocks; Jim Mion- 6 kills, 1 block Saratoga: Garrett Myers - 10 kills, 2 digs; Aidan Reynolds 11 assists, 2 digs; Max Ott - 3 blocks, 1 kill

Ballston Spa Girls Volleyball vs. Columbia TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 Ballston Spa Girls Varsity Volleyball beat Columbia in 4 sets. Scores were 18-25, 25-16, 25-19, and 25-21.

For Ballston Spa, Samantha Russell had 14 digs. Anna Pilkey

had 5 blocks, 7 kills, and 3 aces.

Hunter Campion had 12 kills.

For Columbia, Chesney Romer had 16 kills and 18 digs. Charlie Kilgallon had 28 assists and 7 digs while Morgan Areasmeyer had 23 digs and 5 aces.

Saratoga Central Catholic Girls Volleyball vs. Schuylerville TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 Schuylerville won 3-0 25-17, 25-22, 25-21 Highlights for the Black Horses: Molly Vianese 5 kills 1 ace Jada Clarke 3 blocks 4 kills 1 ace

Saige Clarke 3 kills Highlights for the Saints: Grace O’Reilly 13 service points 3 aces 1 kills Allison Motler 7 service points 5 aces 6 assist

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Blue Streaks Decked in Yellow to Honor Classmates

Photos by: SuperSource Media, LLC.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Next spring, a new class of seniors will walk across their graduation stage, receive their diplomas, and celebrate with their classmates they studied alongside since

junior high, but two students, Parker Hayes and Kristen Shinebarger, who lost their battles with Sarcoma will not be there.

Friday, Sept. 13, was the first home game of the season.

A sea of yellow, the awareness color for sarcoma, filled the stands for the Saratoga Springs High Varsity football game to honor classmates. “I think it was a really good way to bring

our school together because the passing of both our classmates hit close to home for a lot of people in our school,” said Natalie Jillson, a friend and classmate. “It was really good

to see everybody out there in yellow - it was encouraging.”

While Hayes and Shinebarger may not be completing their senior year alongside their classmates, they will be in spirit.