Lo c a l Volume 10 • Issue 1 • January 9 – January 15, 2015
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Bonacio, Trojanski Merger
Featured Stories
Fresh Air Fund:
A Success Story See Fresh Air pg. 8
Mike Fitzgerald Jr. and Dawn Oesch Photo by MarkBolles.com See Candy pg. 9 Blake Crocitto, new co-owner of McGregor Links. Photo by MarkBolles.com
NEW DEALS
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Sonny Bonacio Photo provided
Local Fighters Victorious See Local Fighters pg. 16
See Powerhouse pg. 3 Photo provided
Inside TODAY Blotter 5 Obituaries 6 Business 12-13 Education 14-15 Pulse 22-25 Sports 29-32
Weekend Forecast FRIDAY
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McGregor Links’ New Owners See Mcgregor pg. 7
Hospital & Wesley Partner See Senior Living pg. 8
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Week of January 9 – January 15, 2015
Tuesday Fun at The Children’s Museum
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SARATOGA SPRINGS – The Tuesday for Tots program at the Children’s Museum offers hands on learning opportunities with interactive exhibits that keep young minds busy and absorbed. Each week, this program is organized around a different theme. There are two sessions each Tuesday – 10 to 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. But Tuesdays are just a part of a robust weekly schedule of specialthemed programs that combine learning and play throughout the week. On Wednesdays, Alphabet Soup in the a.m. is followed by Story Art in the afternoon. Thursday is Silly Science day and you can participate in both Busy Bees and Wiggle & Giggle before noon on Fridays… why, come to think of it, there’s never a bad day to visit the Children’s Museum! For more information including program descriptions, visit cmssny.org
Greyson and dad Joe build a castle
Education Director Donna Alese-Cooke assists Sam with an art project
Zachary caught by surprise
Greyson digs in with dinosaurs
Jordan gets into his project
Week of January 9 – January 15, 2015
NEWS 3
“A Regional Powerhouse”
Bonacio Home Builders and Trojanski Builders Announce Merger SARATOGA SPRINGS – Bonacio Home Builders, a division of Bonacio Construction, announced on Tuesday, Jan. 6 that it is merging with Trojanski Builders, a premier builder specializing in new custom home construction and large remodeling projects. The merged entity will operate as Bonacio Home Builders and will provide over 50 years of custom home construction expertise to customers. With a focus on custom building in Saratoga County and the broader Capital Region, the firm will build on the legacies of both Bonacio Home Builders and Trojanski Builders that have both emphasized craftsmanship, quality and exceptional customer experiences.
Bonacio Home Builders was started by Sonny Bonacio in 1988 and currently has more than 100 employees and a portfolio that includes more than 200 luxury condos in Saratoga Springs. Bonacio is also a major commercial real estate developer and has a number of diverse signature projects throughout the region that blend in residential, retail and commercial elements. A partial list of projects includes Saratoga Springs’ Bowtie Cinemas as part of the Market Center on Railroad Place, the Washington Building on Broadway (a hybrid of residential and retail space,) the St. John Neumann Residence conversion to senior housing, currently in progress, as well as The Springs development on Weibel Avenue. For more information, see bonacio.com. The actual timetable for this merger is still to be determined. Trojanski will complete some residential projects that are in process before the merger takes place. At some point, the plan is for Trojanski Builders to dissolve their firm and Trojanski and his staff become employees of Bonacio Home Builders. Trojanski’s website (trojanskibuilders.com) lists a few, select residential development
projects currently in process, including Pine Brook Landing. Located off of Northway Exit 15, the development features 21 home sites that range from one to seven acres, each having three to five bedroom custom homes beginning at $500,000. Other developments listed include Diamond Pointe in Clifton Park and Shelter Cove in Colonie. In a prepared statement, the principals left no doubt as to where the two companies are headed, and
division. I’ve always respected Dave and admired his work. I’m thrilled that we are joining forces to provide the highest quality custom homes in the area,” said Sonny Bonacio, CEO of Bonacio Construction. “Since our beginnings, Trojanski Builders has been fortunate to work with amazing clients that have enabled us to build award winning homes. Joining with Bonacio Home Builders
that they were excited about the future prospects for the combined entity: “Bonacio Construction started by building and remodeling homes, and grew from our early successes. Merging with Dave and the Trojanski team enables us to refocus and transform our existing home building
enables us to expand services through the broader capabilities of Bonacio Construction and increase our capacity to work with people desiring to build high quality homes. Our merger has made us a regional powerhouse,” said Dave Trojanski, President of Trojanski Builders.
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week in Review
Officials Plan Access Road to GlobalFoundries
Town of Wilton Preserves a Piece of History
Michelle Vara and Chad Wilson restored Brill Cemetery’s original gate and posts. Photo provided.
WILTON — After months of research and work, the Town of Wilton has managed to preserve a piece of history with the restoration of a gate serving as a historical marker for the Brill Cemetery. Once Town Historian, Jeanie Woutersz, was informed that Saratoga Bridges would be acquiring
a small piece of the property originally deeded to the Brill Cemetery to build a client’s pavilion, she realized that the small, mid-1800’s cemetery should have an enclosure and believed it should be represented by the historical fence that was once there. What was left of the original fence was unearthed and badly deteriorated. The town decided on the idea of a gate with posts using some original pieces in representation of what was once there. Michelle Vara and partner Chad Wilson of the Ballard Road Art Studio successfully restored and completed the gate and posts, keeping Wilton’s history preserved.
Saratoga National Cemetery Needs Veterans for Honor Guard SCHUYLERVILLE — Officials with the Saratoga National Cemetery are actively looking for veteran service members to be part of the cemetery’s honor guard. Cemetery officials are asking veterans to donate as much time as possible to provide the proper military honors for veterans’ funerals.The request
is open to veterans who served in any era and any service branch. They must be honorably discharged. The cemetery has a greater need now when many older volunteers head south during the winter. The cemetery holds burials Monday through Friday and will provide uniforms for its new members.
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last decade and it’s important that the Republican Committee seek individuals who want to be involved in the town’s growth over the next decade,” said Willette. “We are seeking committed, civic-minded individuals with the energy and enthusiasm to continue to move our town in a positive direction for years to come.” Individuals interested in elected office with the Malta GOP and district leaders should email tedlliw@gmail.com or nwilock@yahoo.com or call 885-6802 by Saturday, Feb. 28.
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decision to sell a parking lot off Broadway to Algonquin Building LLC for $775,000. The probe is also looking into the city’s acquisition of a 14-plus acre parcel off Union Avenue for $200,000. The property was acquired as a potential site for a new fire station on the city’s East Side.
MALTA — The Malta Republican Committee is seeking individuals interested in running for town supervisor, town council, town clerk, receiver of taxes and highway superintendent. Chairman Ted Willette acknowledged that with Malta being one of the fastest-growing towns in Saratoga County and the Capital Region, it’s important for residents to be involved and active in town initiatives, issues and decisions. “Malta has seen significant growth over the
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SARATOGA SPRINGS — RichBell Capital recently secured $24 million in financing from Bank of America to complete the rehabilitation and restoration of Saratoga’s historic Adelphi Hotel. The $34 million project also includes nearby properties at 19, 21, 39 and 41 Washington Street. The project should be complete 18 months from now, which will give the 150-year-old property updated features, including a resort-style swimming pool and a banquet facility as well as expanded gardens and a guest parking lot at 39 and 41 Washington Street. The hotel’s interior will also receive a steel structural system. The Adelphi was built in 1877. RichBell Capital acquired the hotel for $4.5 million in the spring of 2012, with plans to restore and eventually reopen it. If all goes well, the hotel could likely be open in the summer of 2016.
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State Investigating Saratoga Real Estate Transactions
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Adelphi Owner Secures $24M in Financing
MALTA — Plans to construct a 3,700-foot access road creating a more direct route to GlobalFoundries’ Fab 8 chip manufacturing plant in Malta are under discussion in the towns of Malta and Stillwater. Officials say a second road to the entrance could reduce the amount of traffic on secondary roads near GlobalFoundries’ Malta campus. This comes at a time when Creighton Manning Engineering is conducting a $500,000 traffic study to determine if an additional exit off the Interstate-87 Northway is needed to accommodate growth that the chip making plant has spurred in Saratoga County.
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Week of January 9 – January 15, 2015 Sandra J. Thompson, 47, of Cohoes, was arrested Dec. 30 and charged with petit larceny. Ernest M. Pinsonneault, 46, of Waterford, was arrested Dec. 30 and charged with criminal trespassing. David R. Thompson, 55, of South Burlington, Vermont, was arrested Dec. 31 and charged with DWI, BAC more than .08 percent and aggravated DWI. Robert S. Barber, 38, of Ballston Spa, was arrested Dec. 31 and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation of a vehicle and unlawful use of a mobile phone in a motor vehicle. Alisa B. Chessler, 47, of Saratoga Springs, was arrested Dec. 31 and charged with operating a motor vehicle with a suspended registration, aggravated unlicensed operation of a vehicle and operating a motor vehicle without a license. Leah H. Detroye, 17, of Porters Corners, was arrested Jan. 1 and charged with assault and criminal mischief. Jacob W. Nelson, 17, was arrested Jan. 1 and charged with criminal trespassing, resisting arrest and criminal mischief. Anthony M. Maggiore-Peek, 20, of Wilton, was arrested Jan. 1 and charged with obstructing governmental administration and resisting arrest. Carmine C. Maggiore-Peek, 23, of Wilton, was arrested Jan. 1 and charged with obstructing governmental administration, resisting arrest, criminally using drug paraphernalia and criminal possession of a controlled substance. Robert J. Knaupp, 20, of Wynantskill, was arrested Jan. 1 and charged with disorderly conduct. Joseph Souze, 24, of Poughkeepsie, was arrested Jan. 1 and charged with disorderly conduct. Jevin D. McClendon, 23, of Poughkeepsie, was arrested Jan. 1 and charged with disorderly conduct. Naquwan J. Williamson, 25, of Albany, was arrested Jan. 1 and charged with disorderly conduct and resisting arrest.
BLOTTER
Yannicks Clayton, 24, of Greenfield Center, was arrested Jan. 1 and charged with disorderly conduct.
Christopher E. Hansen, 26, of Gansevoort, was arrested Jan. 5 and charged with unlawful possession of marijuana.
Shaun T. Conlee, 24, of Greenfield Center, was arrested Jan. 1 and charged with criminal possession of marijuana.
Maritza Beauchamp, 37, of Saratoga Springs, was arrested Jan. 6 and charged with assault.
Michael W. Meier, 25, of Malta, was arrested Jan. 2 and charged with stalking.
Lisa B. Spadafora, 49, of Ballston Spa, was arrested Jan. 6 and charged with assault.
Justin M. Berardi, 26, of Waterford, was arrested Jan. 4 and charged with aggravated unlicensed operation of a vehicle.
Austin M. Demarco, 18, of Saratoga Springs, was arrested Jan. 6 and charged with criminal possession of stolen property and conspiracy.
Stephanie R. Chaparos, 18, was arrested Jan. 3 and charged with petit larceny and criminal possession of a hypodermic instrument.
Raymond E. Conniff, 21, of Saratoga Springs, was arrested Jan. 6 and charged with criminal possession of stolen property and conspiracy.
Thomas J. Hayes, 31, of Malta, was arrested Jan. 3 and charged with assault and obstruction of breathing.
Harry G. Steele, 33, of Saratoga Springs, was arrested Jan. 6 and charged with reckless endangerment, criminal possession of marijuana, unlawful fleeing from the police in a motor vehicle, ability being impaired by drugs, failure to comply with the lawful order of the police, speeding, driving the wrong way down a one-way street, failure to stop at a stop sign, failure to signal a turn, reckless driving, driving at an unreasonable speed and leaving the scene of an auto accident.
Brian M. Maniscalco, 37, of Pottersville, was arrested Jan. 3 and charged with assault and criminal possession of a weapon. Stefan Schechter, 43, of Saratoga Springs, was arrested Jan. 3 and charged with failure to signal a turn and aggravated unlicensed operation of a vehicle.
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SHUSHAN — Adam T. Mimms, 21, of Shushan, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2015, at his residence. Adam was a student at Spa City Jiu-Jitsu, and a successful competitor in both Jiu-Jitsu and MMA. He will be greatly missed by his teammates, friends, and family. Calling hours will be held from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Monday, Jan. 12, at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day-Saints, 111 Academy St., Greenwich. A service will begin at the conclusion of the calling hours at 6:30 p.m. Funeral arrangements are with McClellan-Gariepy Funeral Home Inc., 19 E. Broadway, Salem.
obituaries
Week of January 9 – January 15, 2015
Leslie F. Peltzer S A R AT O G A SPR I NG S — Leslie F. Peltzer, 100, died Monday, Dec. 29. Leslie was a graduate of Ridgewood High School, Ridgewood, New Jersey in 1932 and served in the U.S. Army Signal Corp during World War II. He co-owned and operated the Puritan Piece Dye Works textile mill in Paterson, New Jersey and moved his family to Dutchess County, where he worked at the Brandley Piece Dye Works until 1962. He retired in 1979 as a real estate broker. Leslie was a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church in Fishkill, a longtime member of Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd in Glens Falls and since moving to Saratoga Springs in 2002, a member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church.
Leslie was predeceased by his loving wife of 60 years, Charlotte, in 2002. Survivors include his son, Robert L. Peltzer (Patricia) of Lakewood, California and his daughter, Joan Dickens of Saratoga Springs. The family would like to thank all those who provided care to our father. Donations may be made to Community Hospice, 295 Valley View Blvd., Rensselaer, NY 12144-9309. There will be a service and burial at the Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery in Schuylerville, NY at the convenience of the family.
Bruce William Roselle SARATOGA SPRINGS — Bruce William Roselle, a native of Saratoga Springs, beloved companion of Virginia H. Conard, died at Saratoga Hospital on Monday, Dec. 23, after a long illness. The son of Geraldine V. Adams and William A. Roselle, both deceased, he was born Sept. 11, 1955 at Saratoga Hospital. Bruce had a genius-level IQ, and led a varied, active life. He had his associates degree Magna Cum Laude in Liberal Arts, and had a voracious appetite for learning. He acquired his enormous vocabulary from reading the Dictionary. He was also very skilled at mathematics, able to perform amazing calculations in his head, and contributed new algorithms which were published by his college math professor. He loved sports, both as a participant (basketball, baseball, and especially boxing, in which he excelled). He was an avid fan of the Mets, the Knicks, and other teams. Bruce also appreciated and played music. He played guitar and sang, performing with his brother Doug and many others. He also played drums, bass, and horns. He spent time with Gregg
Allman and sang with soul and acappella groups. He worked in the field of construction, building houses, and learned many specialized techniques. His Native American heritage gave him a natural fearlessness of heights, so he was able to work on projects such as painting the Saratoga Performing Arts Center. Bruce even decorated the Governer’s Mansion with hand-crafted ceiling medallions. Bruce was in demand for his construction skills, his music, and his company. He was well-known around town and enjoyed swapping stories and jokes with friends from the homeless to New York Legislators, to the governor. Bruce was compassionate and generous to a fault, always giving time and money to people in need. He had a huge heart, and loved his dogs J.D. and Shempie as if they were his children. He had an extensive collection of stuffed animals. He was predeceased by his parents, his brothers Douglas and Michael Roselle, and his sister Pamela Roselle Wescott. He is survived by his partner, Virginia H. Conard, as well as many friends.
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Week of January 9 – January 15, 2015
Historic Country Club Under New Ownership Longtime Members to Preserve McGregor Links Legacy
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by Stephanie Hale-Lopez Saratoga TODAY WILTON – The historic McGregor Links Country Club is beginning the new year under new ownership. Blake Crocitto and William Ahl recently purchased the 131-acre property for $2.25 million, after its previous owner and operator, Mike Dennis, passed away in December. The Dennis Family and Arakelian Family had owned and operated the property for nearly 45 years prior to the sale. Crocitto and Ahl have been working with the Dennis Family to ensure a smooth transition of ownership for several months, with the real estate transaction facilitated by Robin Dalton and Amy Sutton of Roohan Realty. “One of the things that appealed to the Dennis Family was [Ahl and Crocitto’s] history here and their love for the course and the tradition and they really had a lot of respect for the legacy and the club,” said Dalton. “So when the family began to think about selling, these two buyers seemed like the perfect fit.” Established in 1921 by the founder of The Adirondack Trust Company and designed by Devereux Emmet, a worldrenowned golf course architect, McGregor Links has a long history and the new owners say they’ll continue to honor the club’s tradition and legacy while investing in the club and its facilities. “It’s a big project but we’re excited about it,” said Crocitto. “We’re a little nervous, of course, but we’re extremely excited. I actually played this course seven years ago with my future father-in-law and fell in love with it. I had never played golf before.” It seems as though the stars aligned for Crocitto and Ahl in this endeavor, as the property was never technically on the market. Ahl and Crocitto have been members of McGregor Links for quite some time and met each other at the club. “I’ve been a member here for six years and [Ahl] has been a member here for 15 years… but he has grown up golfing,” said Crocitto. “The opportunity [to purchase McGregor Links] arose and we were lucky enough and fortunate enough to be able to do it.” Ahl will oversee maintenance operations of the semiprivate club, while Crocitto will assume the position of general manager. The Wilton club
The 131-acre property has a long history in the community.
The original bar from 1921 will remain in the clubhouse.
A simulator will be installed in the locker room for members to test out new, unreleased golf clubs.
features an 18-hole golf course, tennis courts, a swimming pool and a clubhouse. “A lot of what I’ve heard [Ahl and Crocitto] talk about in terms of changes they want to make really are bringing it back to more of a social club that isn’t just focused on people coming to play the 18-hole golf course, but really a place for family and friends to come and eat and gather and enjoy the experience of the club in its totality,” said Dalton. While some things will change, the character of the property will stay the same. The new owners are working on converting the restaurant into a full-season restaurant, with Druthers Brewing Company taking over the lease. Crocitto is also looking to install a simulator in the locker room for members to take advantage of. “We’re looking to do on-course testing of new, unreleased clubs so it’s going to be a really cool draw for the members to be able to hit all of the new clubs that come out, for free and before they’re released, so they can get a feel for if they like them or not,” said Crocitto. Ahl and Crocitto have their work cut out for them, but are anticipating hosting a grand re-opening of McGregor Links this summer. “Dennis’ shoes are big and no one can fill them, but we’re going to preserve the legacy and put the club in the right direction,” said Crocitto. For membership information, call McGregor Links at (518)584-6270.
A grand re-opening of McGregor Links will take place this summer.
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NEWS
Week of January 9 – January 15, 2015
Senior Living Partnership
Wesley Community, Saratoga Hospital Expand Level of Senior Care by Stephanie Hale-Lopez Saratoga TODAY MALTA — Saratoga Hospital and The Wesley Community recently announced plans to collaborate on a proposed new senior living community in Malta. The campus will vastly expand the level of care available to southern Saratoga County. The proposed 12-acre, threebuilding living community for aging adults will bring various levels of senior housing to southern Saratoga County, including marketrate senior apartments, middle-tolower income senior apartments and a senior health facility. The campus will be situated at the north end of the Malta Med Emergent Care facility complex
located off Exit 12 of the Northway. The Wesley Community will operate the housing and care facilities and will lease the land from Saratoga Hospital. “Our commitment to helping seniors age in place has driven this collaboration with Saratoga Hospital,” said Brian Nealon, Chief Executive Officer of The Wesley Community. “The Wesley Community’s hands-on, expert staff has a long history of providing seniors with a wide variety of choices for their long-term care and housing. Aligning our services with Saratoga Hospital will enable us to create a second campus offering a breadth of high-quality services for Capital Region seniors and their families.”
Officials from Saratoga Hospital and The Wesley Community unveiled details of the plan at the Malta Town Board meeting in late November in an effort to seek a variance on building height. The proposed 60-foot buildings would be no taller than the current Malta Med Emergent Care building. “Both Saratoga Hospital and The Wesley Community have strong reputations for providing exceptional care to all types of patients and this partnership will continue that tradition,” said Angelo Carbone, President and Chief Executive Officer of Saratoga Hospital. “This alliance will provide additional options for an aging population in a fast-growing section of
our community while diversifying the care available in southern Saratoga County.” The proposed senior care campus will feature three buildings designed to provide various levels of care to area seniors. The first building will feature approximately 98 market-rate senior apartments ranging in size from 700 to 1,300 square feet. Additional plans for the building include common areas on each floor, a dining area, media center and a lap pool for senior health and wellness. The second building will contain approximately 75 apartment units for middle-to-lower income seniors and feature similar amenities to the market-rate senior apartment building.
The third entity will house a senior health facility designed for seniors who require additional care or cannot live independently. All facilities will offer a variety of services designed to enhance the lives of seniors, including socialization programs and activities, off-campus outings, and transportation to medical appointments and grocery stores. Saratoga Hospital presently operates a primary care clinic at The Wesley Community while Wesley provides administrative management of the skilled nursing home facility for Saratoga Hospital. Additionally, approximately 70 percent of nursing home admissions at The Wesley Community are referred by the staff at Saratoga Hospital.
Local Woman Forms Special Bond with Child from NYC Fresh Air Fund Brings New York Residents Together
BALLSTON SPA — Heather Clickner of Ballston Spa has always wanted to share her summers with a New York City child as a volunteer host for The Fresh Air Fund; and this past summer, she got her chance. Last July, Yeisy, of the Bronx, arrived on a bus from New York City and spent 10 unforgettable days away from the hot, crowded city to enjoy the endless fresh air of Ballston Spa. The Fresh Air Fund, an independent, not-for-profit agency, has provided free summer experiences to more than 1.8 million New York City children from low-income neighborhoods since 1877. Each summer, close to 4,000 inner-city children visit suburban, rural, and small town communities across 13 states from Virginia to Maine and Canada through The Fresh Air Fund’s Volunteer Host Family Program. When Yeisy stepped off the bus and met Clickner for the first time, she was in awe of the number of trees she saw. As the week progressed, Yeisy saw even more elements of nature she had never experienced before such as bugs, trees, a lake, and even a cow. Before coming to Ballston Spa, Yeisy had never been swimming. Clickner gave her floaties to make it easier for her to learn, but by the end of the week Yeisy was jumping in the deep end without them.
The summer was filled with so many wonderful memories that Clickner invited Yeisy to visit for a weekend in November and enjoyed various winter activities. Clickner’s mom, sister, and some extended family, who had met Yeisy over the summer, came to visit while she was in town. “She wanted it to be just like summer,” said Clickner. “She even wanted her mom to pack
her bathing suit! Yeisy loved ice skating. When we got to the rink she thought she was going to be able to skate like a professional figure skater.” Yeisy brought the Clickner family together in a remarkable way by teaching them as much as they taught her. “We were focused on letting her be a kid but it gave us the chance to be kids too. We were
(L-R) Heather, her mother Lynn, Yeisy, and Heather’s sister Erica enjoyed a day at Hoffman’s Playland this past summer. Photo provided.
doing things with her we hadn’t done in a while and we had so much fun,” said Clickner. Next summer, Clickner is excited to host again and her sister is thinking about hosting as well, to give another child the opportunity to experience the simple gift of summer. The Fresh Air Fund is always seeking host families to enable as
many New York City children as possible to benefit from a summer experience outside of the city. To learn more about how to become a host family in the Ballston Spa area, please call Patty LeRoy at 518-885-9505 or visit The Fresh Air Fund online at www.freshair.org.
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Week of January 9 – January 15, 2015
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Candy Lovers Unite! Candy Company, Saratoga Sweets to Join Forces
by Arthur Gonick Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA SPRINGS — To paraphrase Reese’s, Saratoga County will soon have two great tastes that taste great together! That’s because the owner and co-founder of Halfmoonbased Saratoga Sweets, Mike Fitzgerald, recently decided to step back from day-to-day operations after 26 years. The creator of the iconic, beloved “Peppermint Pig” is turning over the reins to son Mike, Jr. It was announced this week that Saratoga Sweets will shortly combine forces with the 17-year old Candy Company of Saratoga
Springs, which was founded by local entrepreneur Dawn Oesch. The new entity will be called Saratoga Sweets Candy Co., retaining The Candy Company’s current retail location at 5 Washington Street, Saratoga Springs. The two company’s operations will merge, with an expanded area inside the nearby Rip Van Dam Hotel at 353 Broadway, where Fitzgerald, Jr. will head up a new candy kitchen that will be housed in this space. Meanwhile, Oesch will continue operations at 5 Washington Street with a refreshed look to accompany an expanded product line. Commenting on the forthcoming expansion and working with Saratoga Sweets, Oesch stated:
Limited Booth Space Available for
2015 Saratoga Home & Lifestyle Show SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Saratoga Home & Lifestyle Show, an annual community event organized by the Saratoga Springs Rotary Club, will take place February 27-March 1, at the Saratoga Springs City Center. A small number of booths remain available for exhibitors. Interested businesses should contact boothsales@rotaryhomeshow.com or call Lisa Nichols at (518) 932-1367 immediately. The show draws several thousand attendees to view approximately 120 exhibitors throughout the first floor of the Saratoga Springs City Center, with a wide range of home improvement, outdoor living and landscaping, family recreation, and lifestyle products and services, as well as great prizes.
The show will be open Friday, February 27, 5-9 p.m.; Saturday, February 28, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.; and Sunday, March 1, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. In addition to exhibits, the show will feature special events and activities, such as a wine tasting, cooking demonstrations, and kids’ activities. The Rotary Club expects to raise close to $100,000 from the event, with proceeds being distributed to community organizations, youth scholarships, and international humanitarian projects. For more information about the show, including several new videos created last year, visit rotaryhomeshow.com.
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Mike Fitzgerald Jr. and Dawn Oesch make a toast to their new entity— Saratoga Sweets Candy Co.
“This is a great addition to my store and I am so excited. My landlord, Bruce Levinsky (owner of both 5 Washington and the Rip Van Dam) has created a larger space for us to make more delectable creations and to carry on Saratoga Sweets traditions. As time moves on we will see what space may be needed to expand and we will grow from there.”
The Rip Van Dam is also currently the home of an expanded Maestro’s at the Van Dam restaurant, which Oesch noted has a pastry kitchen. This could further help expand the new company’s product line further as the occasion arises. A target launch date for the newly merged operation has been ambitiously pegged
at Jan. 25 “just in time for the busy Valentine season,” Oesch noted. “We are hoping (by that date) to have everything meshed together including a wholesale division, new website and overhaul of both the retail and kitchen spaces.” For more information, contact Dawn Oesch at info@saratogacandy.com or (518) 580-0499.
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PROPERTY TRANSACTIONS
Property Transactions BALLSTON SPA 1317 West High St., $158,000. Jean and William Hummel sold property to Ashley Horrocks and Joshua Bush. 10 Forest Rd., $165,000. Dorothy Brewster (by Atty) sold property to Jonathan Clement. 16 Meadowbrook Ct., $634,000. Joseph and Nicole Russell sold property to Stephen and Melissa Lamagna.
CHARLTON 23 Vines Rd., $170,000. Roger Saddlemire, Sr., (by Exec.) sold property to Nicholas Pearce and Sabrina Bektesevic. 312 Stage Rd., $189,000. 312 Stage Rd., LLC sold property to Eric Steepe.
CLIFTON PARK 55 Westbury Ct., $199,000. Audrey Fairman sold property to Virginia Bradley-Moore and Marisa Moore. 8 Yogi Ct., $125,000. Kain Development, LLC sold property to DeGraff Bloom Custom Builders, Inc. 4 Eastwood Dr., $240,000. Elizabeth Hayes Life Estate (by Agent) and Kenneth Hayes (Ind and as Agent) and Celia Hayes sold property to Daniel Murray. Lot 4 Elizabeth Ct., $381,489. John Paul Builders, LLC sold property to John and Nancy Hartley. 359 Ushers Rd., $442,500. Douglas and Shawna Paul sold property to Cartus Financial Corporation.
1377 Route 146, $165,000. Michael and Cynthia Lisuzzo sold property to Sean Lee and Melissa Craine. 14 Winkel Way, $241,000. Cartus Financial Corporation sold property to Michael Teaney and Shelby Hickey-Teaney. 43 Grissom Dr., $240,000. John and Janice Jarvis sold property to Michael and Linda Schauf. 55 Walnut Dr., $256,000. Curtis and Catherine Tucker sold property to Jihoon and Angela Kim. 2 Michelangelo Dr., $500,000. Todd Bishop and Linda Martinelli-Bishop sold property to Michael and Kristen Onyon.
CORINTH 503 Efner Rd., $155,000. Jonathan and Diana Sandberg sold property to Jonathan and Maureen Gadbois. 83 Clothier Rd., $122,340. Taraya Ostwald sold property to Raymond Wingle. 214 Walnut St., $40,000. US Bank and Trust (as Trustee) sold property to Michael and Kimberly Murray.
GREENFIELD 190 Denton Rd., $368,000. Eric Abbale sold property to Jeffrey Sigmund. Daniels Rd., $150,000. William Orthwein sold property to Isabellan Land, LLC. 246 Brigham Rd., $249,000. James Mosso, Jr. sold property to Eric and Stacy Santell.
MALTA
51 Westchester Dr., $155,000. Prassanna Daptardar sold property to Tech Valley Property Group, LLC.
143 Raylinsky Rd., $224,000. Gregory Gantter sold property to Veronica and James Graff.
143 Wooddale Dr., $253,000. Donna Halse sold property to Dorothy Sheehan.
1139 Laural Lane, $210,000. Ronald and Francene Kilichowski sold property to George Rogers.
Wood Rd., $250,000. King Road Materials sold property to 44 Wood Road, LLC.
37 Yachtmans Way, $443,570. Malta Land Company, LLC sold property to Beverly Dunn.
24 Haystack Rd., $337,738. Christina Rotella (by Ref) sold property to US Bank Trust (as Trustee).
198 Thimbleberry Rd., $158,000. Michael and Catherine Delsignore sold property to Yuk Gribel and Victoria Khiznichenko.
19 Partridge Glen, $400,500. Robert Smith sold property to Sandra Smith and Jacques Daniel.
116 Knapp Rd., $50,000. Kendall Horan sold property to Gregory and Kristin Campbell.
MILTON Middleline Rd., $70,000. Welna Stephenson sold property to John, Jr. and Janet Bartow. 207 Whitetail Ct., $154,000. Bryan Murdaco sold property to Charlene Ivers. 25 Knollwood Hollow Terrace, $210,000. Cindy Campbell (as Trustee) sold property to Rose Petrak. 702 Rock City Rd., $422,300. Christopher and Jessica Cass sold property to Uzay and Meagan Tumer. 130 Milton Ave., $412,000. Debra Cottrell sold property to Rhythm Expressions Dance Studio. 2 Hollow Creek Court, $372,804. Jeffrey Babas (by Ref) and Kerry Alayon-Babas sold property to Fannie Mae. 93 Division St., $146,000. Tami Markessinis sold property to James Regis.
MOREAU 45 Woodscape Dr., $273,235. Michaels Group, LLC sold property to Patricia Linehan. 168 Saratoga Ave., $218,000. Water Works of South Glens Falls, LLC sold property to Michael Greenough.
NORTHUMBERLAND 103 King Rd., $118,500. Saratoga Kilian sold property to Zachary Kienast and Sara Farnsworth. 461 Grange Rd., $185,400. Timothy Powell sold property to Sean and Ginny Duggan.
SARATOGA SPRINGS 223 Maple Ave., $450,000. David and Nancy Shakow sold property to Todd Bishop and Linda Martelli-Bishop. 13 Alydar Ct., $195,000. Darlene Bourassa sold property to Michael and Patricia Hart. 50 Doten Ave., $638,083. Trojanski Custom Builders, LLC. sold property to Christopher and Nicole Cate. 124 Kaydeross Park Rd., $380,755. Richard and Karen Singerle (by Ref) sold property to U.S. Bank National Association (as Trustee).
73 VanDam St., $275,000. Donna O’Donnell-Dobbs sold property to Edmund and Debra Cechnick. 40 Oak St., $185,000. Rose Zacek sold property to Elizabeth and Amanda Draper. 72 Curt Blvd., $180,000. William and Nancy Heber sold property to Gordon and Sharon Boyd. 89 Ash St., $370,000. Gerald and Kathleen Magoolaghan sold property to Pauline and Alan Cusick.
STILLWATER 862 Hudson Ave., $108,750. Michelle McMahan sold property to Shaun and Nicole Bezona. 22 Lakepointe Way, $360,303. Mason Street, LLC sold property to David Lapham and Julie Laourr.
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WILTON 3 Fenimore Place, $315,000. Victoria Dutrow sold property to Milton Burke, Jr. 5 Snowberry Dr., $259,900. Robert and Donna Marino sold property to Diane Sabanos. 26 Jones Rd., $312,000. Lorraine and James Marshall sold property to Michael McCabe and Melissa Young-McCabe. 3 Trolley Bed Lane, $190,000. Kathleen Provoncha (by Exe.) sold property to Linda and Mark Abbatiello. 267 Jones Rd., $225,000. Robert and Sherry DeLong sold property to Anthony and Elizabeth Conroy. 647 Wilton Gansevoort Rd., $129,000. Bayview Loan Servicing, LLC. sold property to Stephen James and Karen Strack-James.
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BUSINESS
Week of January 9 – January 15, 2015
Business Briefs Local CFP Professional Elected by Peers
investments, insurance, managing retirement, pension plans and professional financial planning for more than three decades. He is managing director at WealthPro, LLC – an investment advisory and financial planning firm with offices in Gloversville and Wilton. He is also the Chief Financial Officer for Hearing Care Resources, LLC an audiology practice in Wilton.
Stewart’s Shops Makes Significant Drop in Milk Prices Neal J. Solomon, CFP. Photo provided.
GLOVERSVILLE — Neal J. Solomon, CFP, was recently elected to serve a four-year term as a Director on the Board of Directors for the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. Solomon has been a CFP professional since 1989 and has worked in the fields of finance,
SARATOGA COUNTY — Stewart’s Shops is now offering a dramatic decline in milk prices. The price of a gallon of Stewart’s milk has been lowered 30 cents and the cost of a half-gallon has decreased by 16 cents. A number of global and economic factors are leading to the price drop, but it is most significantly
influenced by supply and demand. After a record year for milk supply to meet growing international demand, the tides have turned and global demand, including the need for U.S. exports, is lessening. The result is that the cost of milk will be lowered for the consumer.
Stewart’s Shops picks up fresh milk daily from more than 30 dairy farms in Saratoga, Rensselaer, and Washington Counties. That milk is processed at its dairy in Greenfield, and is also used to make other Stewart’s quality products such as ice cream, half and half, and eggnog.
Talbots to Close Saratoga Springs Store SARATOGA SPRINGS — Talbots, a women’s clothing store, will shut its doors this spring, according to reports by various media outlets. The store, located at 307 Broadway, has been open at its downtown Saratoga location for more than 10 years. Talbots was one of the first stores to move into Congress Park Centre. Talbots will remain open until at least April and the company will then open a shop at the Wilton Mall. Roohan Realty is marketing the space. Use is restricted to a restaurant or retail store with a five-year minimum lease.
Galway Co-Op to Open Showroom this Spring BROADALBIN — Galway Co-Op, the largest fuel-buying cooperative in the United States, will open its showroom this spring at 6049 Fish House Road in Galway. There is a yearly membership fee of $35 for those interested in joining. Membership is waived for seniors and active military heating solely with propane. Galway Co-Op also offers a referral program that allows members to earn anywhere from $25 to $75 in credit toward propane purchases when they refer someone who joins the group. For more information, visit www.fuels4less.com.
Saratoga PLAN Earns National Recognition SARATOGA SPRINGS — Saratoga PLAN has achieved land trust accreditation from the Land Trust Accreditation Commission, an independent program of the Land Trust Alliance. “Saratoga PLAN’s accreditation status demonstrates our commitment to permanently conserving the woods, waters and trails of Saratoga County for the entire community,” said John Munter, Saratoga PLAN’s Board Chair. “We have been working for years to bring our policies and practices to the highest levels required for accreditation. PLAN’s staff and board learned so much through the rigorous program, and are now a stronger, more efficient and productive organization.” Saratoga PLAN is a nonprofit land trust that works to conserve the rural character, natural habitats, and scenic beauty of Saratoga County, so that these irreplaceable assets are accessible to all and survive for future generations. PLAN helps landowners conserve their farmland, woodlands and natural habitats.
GlobalFoundries Expected to Produce More AMD Chips
MALTA — Advanced Micro Devices, a computer chip designer and former parent company of GlobalFoundries, is expected to move more work toward GlobalFoundries this year. AMD is said to transition additional 28-nanometer chip production from Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, the world’s largest contract chip producer, to GlobalFoundries. GlobalFoundries was formed in 2009 as a manufacturing spinoff of California-based AMD. GlobalFoundries is now owned by an investment arm of the Abu Dhabi government. In addition to the Malta location, the contract chip maker also has factories in Singapore and Germany.
Saratoga Paint and Sip Opens Third Location
Saratoga County Airport Receives $630K SARATOGA COUNTY — Governor Andrew Cuomo recently announced the investment of $26 million in airports and railroads, with the goal of improving the safety, security and economic development of 38 aviation and rail projects statewide. The Saratoga County Airport in Milton benefitted from the investment, receiving $630,000 for the construction of a six-unit hangar. “New York remains a vital transportation hub, as well as a tourism destination, and this funding will help ensure travel to and in this state is safer, more convenient and more reliable,” Cuomo said in a news release. “By investing in our transportation infrastructure, we are making long term improvements to our rail and aviation systems in order to better serve the people who use them, while also expanding economic opportunities throughout New York.” The funding will generate approximately $36 million in new investments for transportation projects, according a statement from the governor’s office.
Guests complete an original work of art with the option of drinking an inspirational glass of wine, beer or soda. Photo provided.
SARATOGA SPRINGS — Saratoga Paint and Sip Studio has expanded to a brand new studio in Burlington, Vermont. The new location has a new name, Burlington Paint and Sip Studio, but features the same creative experience as the Saratoga and Latham studios. After opening Saratoga Paint and Sip Studio in Saratoga Springs in 2012 and expanding to a second location in Latham in 2013, proprietor Catherine Hover saw an opportunity to bring the business to Vermont after meeting people who had made her New York studios a travel destination. Burlington Paint and Sip Studio will celebrate its opening on Saturday, Feb. 21 with an open house from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. and a Grand Opening Paint and Sip Party—with fabulous giveaways—from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. To purchase tickets, visit www. burlingtonpaintandsip.com.
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Saratoga Vapes
Saratoga’s First Vape Shop and Lounge Now Open by Stephanie Hale-Lopez Saratoga TODAY BALLSTON SPA – The Capital Region’s newest smokeless-smoke shop is open for business. Saratoga Vapes, located at 2124 Doubleday Avenue in Ballston Spa, has been welcoming customers for just over a month. The store sells a variety of e-cigarettes – batterypowered devices that vaporize liquid nicotine – along with related equipment, supplies and more than 45 different varieties of liquid. Owners and cousins, Mike Davidson and Jason Woods, say the shop and lounge cater to a wide range of customers, from those just attempting to quit smoking to more seasoned vapers. “We’re taking things that are already FDA-approved for inhalation, adding nicotine and flavor and giving you a less harmful way of satisfying nicotine cravings for people who are smokers,” said Woods. “Even for people who aren’t smokers, we can provide non-nicotine options for them.” “Instead of the thousands of harmful ingredients that are found in traditional cigarettes, an electronic cigarette is basically liquid that’s vaporized with some flavoring in it,” said Davidson. Along the line of vaping supplies, the liquid carried at Saratoga Vapes have child-proof caps and customers can find a variety of products on the shelves from entrylevel kits for beginners and more advanced vapors and tanks as well. Davidson and Woods are former smokers who say e-cigarettes helped them curb their nicotine cravings. Because you control how much or how little nicotine you want in your e-cigarette, the business owners say it satisfies the habit. “That’s why a lot of people who struggle with the more traditional ways of quitting smoking, like the gum or the patch, prefer electronic cigarettes,” said Davidson. “It’s about replacing the habit with something that’s not nearly as bad for you.” Aside from featuring vaping supplies, Saratoga Vapes boasts couches, tables, a large TV and a tasting area, so customers are encouraged to hang out and relax. The last Saturday of every month, the store will feature live music performances and host a “cloud
competition,” where vapers compete to see who can blow the biggest cloud of vapor. “We want people to not feel rushed and what we’re pushing for is great customer service,” said Woods. “That’s a lot of the reason why we opened the store…that’s what we’re striving for. We want you to leave here not with what we want you to have, but what you want to have. Something customized how you want it to be, whether its flavor, clouds, size of the device, the looks of it, or anything and we want you to fully understand it when you leave.” With customer service in mind, Davidson and Woods hired a knowledgeable staff that are experienced vapers and can help educate customers about the hobby in general. “I use that term a lot – hobby – it becomes a hobby more than anything else once you get into it,” said Davidson. “We want people to have a place that’s not just a retail
store, but a place where you can talk to people who are also into vaping and share experiences.” While Saratoga Vapes has only been open a little over a month, Davidson and Woods already have some goals for the future. The duo says by this time next year, they hope to have a second location open and have their 18 different Saratoga Vapes liquids carried in 5 to 10 locations. It’s currently carried at Tobacco World in South Glens Falls and at Saratoga Vapes, of course. Aside from business goals, more importantly, the two hope to help others to curb their cravings for traditional cigarettes. “With both of us being former smokers, this is a life changer and a game changer for us,” said Woods. “It worked for us and we want to share that with people.” Saratoga Vapes is open Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. and from noon to 6 p.m. on Sunday.
Saratoga Vapes is a vapor, e-cigarette and e-liquid store and lounge.
Photos by MarkBolles.com
Saratoga Vapes owners Jason Woods and Mike Davidson.
Customers can choose from more than 45 different liquids.
The store carries products for beginners to more advanced users.
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Education
Week of January 9 – January 15, 2015
Education Briefs Milton Terrace North Receives Funding from Drivers Safety Program
Milton Terrace was presented with a grant award in the amount of $1,000. Photo provided.
BALLSTON SPA — Milton Terrace North Elementary School in Ballston Spa recently was the recipient of a $1,000 grant award based on the recommendation of drivers from the local Walmart distribution center. The Johnstown transportation office chose the school to receive the $1,000 donation as part of the company’s commitment to education. The drivers drove extra carefully during the week from August 9 through August 15, 2014. For every
accident-free mile they drove during that week, the Walmart Foundation made a financial contribution to local schools. The school also received $50 reward cards for 20 teachers to use for classroom supplies as part of the company’s Teacher Rewards program. More than 5,000 U.S. Walmart stores, Distribution Centers and Sam’s Club locations are eligible to select one local public school, grades K-8, and provide reward cards to 20 teachers from each selected school.
Parent University Presents a “Wonder” Book Discussion
bullying prevention is scheduled for Thursday, Jan. 15 from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in the Maple Avenue Middle School Large Group Instruction room.
SARATOGA SPRINGS — A Parent University program about
The event will discuss bullying prevention and DASA through a book discussion of “Wonder” by R.J. Palacio. The New York Times Best Seller addresses bullying through the eyes of August, a boy with a facial difference. In addition, the event will raise awareness about supporting bullying prevention in the Saratoga Springs City School District. Parents, students and teachers are invited to participate. Interested participants may pick up a free copy of the book from Maura Manny at the MacFadden Administration Building, located at 3 Blue Streak Blvd. Books will be available to first 50 participants.
SSCSD to Register Kindergartners SARATOGA SPRINGS — Kindergarten registration will be conducted in the registrar’s office at Saratoga Springs City School District for children entering school in September 2015. Children must be five years of age on or before December 1, 2015 to be eligible for kindergarten in September 2015. To begin the process, please go to www.saratogaschools.org and click on “student registration” to view requirements and to begin the required online registration forms. After online registration forms are complete, the registrar’s office will schedule a time to complete the registration process in-person. Parents must bring an original or certified copy of the child’s birth certificate, a personal data form, and health/immunization records to the in-person registration.
BSCSD Receives Grant from Adirondack Trust Company BALLSTON SPA — The Ballston Spa Central School District recently received a $2,000 Lend-A-Hand Grant from the Adirondack Trust Company Community Fund.
The grant was used to support the 2015 Girls’ Summit, a full-day, STEM-based forum for and about girls. The event is designed to empower, inspire and inform girls to lead healthy lives and better prepare for their future. “Adirondack Trust Company’s commitment in supporting STEM enrichment opportunities is sincerely appreciated in our school community,” said Joseph P. Dragone, Ph.D., Superintendent of the Ballston Spa schools. “The implementation of this grant will engage our Middle School girls and allow them to learn more about pursuing STEM-related career fields.” The ATCCF recently awarded Lend-A-Hand Grants to 23 local nonprofit organizations. The grants, totaling $40,000 were handed out at the Community Fund’s annual grant award reception.
Girls’ Summit Encourages Students in Ballston Spa
Adult Sports and Fitness Opportunities in Ballston Spa Schools BALLSTON SPA — The Ballston Spa Community Education Program is currently offering adult sports from 8:00-10:00 p.m. with co-ed indoor soccer and co-ed volleyball held on Mondays and men’s basketball on Wednesdays. A 10-week session begins the week of January 5th and requires a $30 fee for school district residents. The popular “Walk About” program provides a safe, indoor walking course for those interested in a low impact fitness activity. Pre-registration is required and fees are due at the beginning of each course. Those interested may register for courses by mail or in-person at the District Office, 70 Malta Avenue. Additional information regarding any of the courses offered is available online at www.bscsd.org or by calling 884-7195 x 1329.
BSCSD Offers Community Swim Opportunities
The summit addresses gender gaps in STEM. Photo provided.
BALLSTON SPA — Ballston Spa Middle School girls were recently given the opportunity to explore, ask questions, and begin to build the skills they need to become the problem solvers of tomorrow at the 7th Annual Girls’ Summit held at Hudson Valley Community College’s TECSMART in Malta. Working to address the gender gap in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) fields by exposing girls to fun hands-on STEM-based workshops, Time Warner Cable, as part of its Connect a Million Minds initiative, in partnership with Girls Incorporated, offered this unique opportunity for over 70 students.
BALLSTON SPA — The Ballston Spa Aquatics Program is currently offering opportunities for public use of the pool during adult lap swimming sessions, from 6:00-7:00 am on Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings and on Monday and Wednesday evenings from 6:00-7:00 pm. A family/ open swim is also offered on Saturday afternoons from 12:00-2:00 pm. Additional opportunities are offered throughout the year, including adult Aqua Cardio classes and a Learn-ToSwim program. The Community Swim Program is open to district students, families and community members. District residents need to show identification and pay a $1.00 entrance fee to utilize the pool. Non-residents are admitted, as space allows, for a $2.00 fee. The pool is closed during school vacations, emergency cancellations (i.e. snow days or early dismissals) and when school activities necessitate closure.
Week of January 9 – January 15, 2015
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Gym Restoration Project Receives Generous Donation Mohawk Honda Gives More Than $11K to Saratoga Central Catholic by Stephanie Hale-Lopez Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA SPRINGS – The well-loved gym at Saratoga Central Catholic High School received a face-lift over the holiday break, thanks to a generous donation from Mohawk Honda – a Scotia-based Honda dealership. Steve Haraden, vice president of Mohawk Honda, presented a check in the amount of $11,500 to
“As far as a single corporation donating as much money as [Haraden] did, is a huge thing for his business, let alone our school as well,” said Sandra Tarkleson, director of development. “That chunk of money is a big part of our budget that we could not have absorbed.” With a significant number of students involved in athletics, the gymnasium and the equipment are used often. Lombard says the student-athletes are grateful for the replacement of
Photos by MarkBolles.com
Administrators say the gym needed an upgrade, as most of the equipment dated back to 1958.
or higher GPA throughout the fall sports calendar.” A banner dedicated to Mohawk Honda was hung in the gymnasium and Haraden says he’s touched by how much Mohawk Honda’s support means to Saratoga Central Catholic and its students. He personally has close ties with the school. “My two boys go here [Saratoga Central Catholic] and they absolutely love it,” said Haraden. “Small schools like this need the community’s support and that’s something that needs to be said. We’re looking forward to doing more as the years go on. We’d (L-R) Sandra Tarkleson, Steve Haraden, and L. Stephen Lombard. love to do more and we will do more.” The newly updated gym marks the private school, which covered six manual cranes, updated cabling and yet another upgrade for Saratoga the replacement of backboards, bas- safety straps, four new fiberglass back- Central Catholic. The school comkets, nets and rigging among other boards and rims, and new padding. pleted nearly $200,000 worth of renthings – equipment that had not “We have a lot of students ovations last fall for infrastructure been updated since the school first involved in athletics,” said Lombard. repairs and technology upgrades opened in 1958. thanks to its “Mohawk Honda started in 2012 Capital 1971 and my family has been in Campaign. The business since 1919,” said Haraden. campaign sup“When you have a business in the ported a variety community, you want to be able to of projects from give back and we’re very fortunate building and to be able to give back. We’ve cerproperty aesthettainly seen success throughout the ics, to the instalyears and giving back is great.” lation of a new Mohawk Honda’s donas ecurity/video tion comes at the perfect time, intercom entry according to school administrasystem and the tors. Discussions of whether or Backboards, baskets, nets, and rigging were replaced. installation of a not a gym renovation would fit wireless interinto the budget didn’t fare well net connection. and school leaders were worried “We recently awarded 56 varsity “The whole reason for the they wouldn’t be able to achieve athletes with scholar athlete pins, success of our Capital Campaign everything on the list. which meant that they have a 90 was because of people like Steve
Saratoga Central Catholic hopes to continue updating the school with help from the community.
Haraden in the community who have a relationship with our school and want to help,” said Lombard. “Not only is the school like a family, but the building is like a home. We take ownership of this building and the kids do too.” Just because Saratoga Central Catholic has completed various projects this academic year, the work still
isn’t done. School leaders envision more projects and upgrades in the future and encourage business and community members interested in helping the school to tour the facility. For more information on donating, volunteer opportunities or to schedule a tour of the school, contact Sandra Tarkleson at (518)587-7070.
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food
Week of January 9 – January 15, 2015
Winter Vegetables as Comfort Food Braised Parsnips and Carrots
This dish is scrumptious as leftovers the next day; make a double recipe!
Ingredients 1 pound carrots* 1 pound parsnips* 3 cloves garlic* 1/4 tsp. each dried thyme and rosemary 1/2 tsp. dried basil 1/4 cup orange juice 1/4 cup olive oil * Available at the Market
Directions
Peel the carrots and parsnips, and cut into 4-6 inch lengths and a sturdy thickness. (If you have thin carrots and parsnips, you don’t need to slice them lengthwise at all.) Place vegetables in a heavy lidded pot, where they can lie flat. Add all other ingredients and stir gently to blend. Put lid on the pot and heat over medium-high heat until simmering, and then turn heat to low and cook for 30-45 minutes, or until vegetables are soft.
Saturdays, 9 to 1 Lincoln Baths, 65 So. Broadway Saratoga Spa State Park SARATOGA SPRINGS – It’s the first full week of January, and a cold one that makes one crave warm comfort food. Despite the plummeting temperatures, Saratoga Farmers’ Market’s vendors still have a wide array of fresh, locally grown vegetables, which can be cooked into tempting yet healthy dishes. Some vegetables, like potatoes and carrots, were harvested before the ground froze, and are now kept
in carefully monitored root cellars, where temperature and humidity are precisely controlled. Other vegetables, like kale and spinach, are still growing during the winter in “high tunnels,” where technology allows the farmers to regulate a host of factors so that crops can thrive even in our northern climate. Another alternative is hydroponic cultivation, which means that even in January, in upstate
New York, we can enjoy tomatoes, cucumbers and fresh herbs. With the New Year bringing intentions of better health and wellness to many households, the market’s farms can provide the ingredients you need to stick with your resolutions. You can increase the vitamins, antioxidants, and fiber, and make something tasty, warming, and delicious as well!
The Saratoga Farmers’ Market is collaborating with the Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce to host a Health & Wellness Expo at the market on Saturday, Jan. 10. In addition to the usual market farms and vendors, more than a dozen health and wellness organizations will set up informational tables throughout the two floors of the Lincoln Baths. This special event is part of the Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce’s first-ever Health & Wellness Week.
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New Year’s Resolutions
by John Reardon for Saratoga TODAY Hello my Foodie Friends! Happy New Year and the beginning of accomplishing those New Year’s resolutions! The stroke of midnight on January 1st gives us the opportunity to set new goals that we hope will stick through 2015. Among the common goals we seem to make is improving our eating habits and making healthier food choices. Recent studies of the eating habits of Americans have confirmed that people who cook their own food most of the time have healthier diets than those who eat out most of the time. With the goals of eating healthier, part of your goal could be creating and making your own meals at home. As we rang in the New Year, our own personal goal was to make the salad the heart of our meals this year. A salad spinner is a fun
tool to use to help you with your goal of healthier eating. The salad spinner is also an easy way to prep your lettuce and vegetables. Here is how to use it: You can either wash all your lettuce at once or simply wash what you will need for a salad. For the latter, chop your lettuce and other veggies into the size you want for the salad. A spinner consists of three
Serve this puree as a creamy side dish or as a bed on which to serve fish, poultry, or meat.
3 cups leeks*, chopped 2 Tbsp. olive oil 2 cups celeriac*, trimmed and diced 2 cups white potato*, peeled and diced 1.5 cups vegetable or chicken broth 1 tsp. sea salt or kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper Garnish: chopped basil* * Available at the Market
succeed try, try again!” My momin-law tried every year to quit smoking and it took her many tries until she eventually kicked the habit in 1997 after smoking for 47 years! She is a healthy, funny and beautiful 83-year-old woman today! Wishing all of our Foodie Friends a wonderful 2015… and remember... life is short, break the rules, forgive quickly, love truly, laugh uncontrollably and never regret anything that made you smile…and that life happens in the kitchen! Take good care, John and Paula
ZYLlSS Salad Spinner
Leek, Potato and Celeriac Puree
Ingredients
fill it too high. Run water over the strainer until everything inside is washed thoroughly. Shake off the excess moisture then put the strainer back into the spinner. Put the lid on tight, and use the crank to spin the sieve for about 10 to 30 seconds. Put your salad in a bowl and add anything that doesn’t need to be washed (cheese, croutons, etc.) You’re ready to go! You can also use the salad spinner to store your washed lettuce for up to 36 hours. Make sure to empty out any water first and put the top on tightly. Our store carries two brands of salad spinner: OXO and Zyliss. Do not be discouraged if you break your resolutions once in a while because “if at first you don’t
Directions
Trim the leeks, cut lengthwise, and wash any grit from between the green layers. Slice leeks thinly and place into pot with olive oil. Sauté over medium-high heat for 8-11 minutes, or until leeks soften. While the leeks cook, cut away outside layer of celeriac to reveal creamy white interior, and cut inside flesh into chunks. Peel and chunk the potatoes. Add celeriac and potatoes to pot and add broth. Add salt and several grinds of fresh black pepper. Bring to a boil and then simmer until vegetables are soft when poked with a fork. Put the cooked mixture carefully into a food processor and blend until smooth.
parts: the sieve-like strainer, the spinner that it fits into and that top with a crank for spinning. Start by taking the strainer out of the spinner container, and putting all your lettuce and any other veggies or toppings that need to be washed in it. Make sure not to
OXO Salad Spinner
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Saratoga Frozen Springs Classic Games of the second annual Saratoga Frozen Springs Classic pond hockey tournament will take place Feb. 6-8 at the Saratoga Spa State Park. All games are played four-on-four, round robin style. Games shall be 40 minutes long consisting of two 20-minute halves with a twominute break between halves. Register your team today at www. saratogafrozenspringsclassic.com.
Over-30 Basketball at Gavin Grab your sneakers and get ready for Over-30 Basketball! Designed with the mature, basketball-playing crowd in mind, the Over-30 Basketball Program is for adults, ages 30 and over. This is a drop-in activity which runs Mondays, 8-10 p.m. now through May 19. The weekly fee is $5 per person (cash only), and a maximum of 20 players can participate on any given night. Any questions, please contact the park office at (518) 584-9455.
Gavin Park Pickleball Come on down to Gavin Park and join the fun playing the net court game of pickleball. This game is played by 2 or 4 people on a badminton-sized court using wood, or composite paddle racquets and a plastic, poly baseball with or without holes. No commitment required. Drop-in registration takes place in the park office, MondaysFriday, now through April. Session fee is $3 per person, per visit, 9:15-11:15 a.m. Any questions, contact the park office at (518) 584-9455.
Saratoga Winterfest 5K Snowshoe Run/Walk The Saratoga Winterfest 5K Snowshoe Run/Walk will be held on Sunday, Feb. 1 at 11 a.m. in the Saratoga Spa State Park. The Camp Saratoga
LOCAL BRIEFS 8K Snowshoe Race will be held on Sunday, Feb. 15 at the Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park. Camp Saratoga will begin at 10:30 a.m. and is a qualifier for the U.S. National Snowshoe Championship. Go to www.saratogastryders.org to download an application or link to online registration at www. active.com. A limited supply of Dion Snowshoes will be available at a $5 rental charge. Email Laura Clark at laura@ saratogastryders.org to reserve a pair or phone (518) 581-1278. For information about the entire Dion Snowshoe Series and for snow updates visit www.runwmac.com.
Office of the Aging Looking for Volunteers Are you 55 and over and looking for a volunteer opportunity? Saratoga County Office of the Aging is looking for kitchen volunteers to assist with serving meals for the Senior Nutrition Program. There is a current need at the Saratoga Senior Center. This opportunity is flexible to fit into your schedule, MondayFriday availability between 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Call Billie Jo at the Saratoga County Office for the Aging for more details on this volunteer opportunity at (518) 884-4100.
Hattie’s 14th Annual Mardi Gras Benefit One of the region’s “must attend” fundraising events of the winter is Hattie’s Mardi Gras Party at Canfield Casino. Located in Congress Park, the benefit will be held Saturday, Jan. 17 from 6-10 p.m. Cost is $100 per person. Every year, this fundraiser raises thousands of dollars to support local causes - and it’s always a ton of fun too! This year, all funds will benefit Jake’s Help From Heaven!
Photographic Swap Meet Did you receive any new camera equipment for Christmas? Did that upgrade something you already had? Is there something in your kit that you just aren’t using as much as you expected to when you bought it? Come
down to Exposure Saratoga for a Photographic Swap Meet at 6:30 on Jan. 9 to sell or barter your excess equipment and give it a new life. Or to see if someone is selling that lens, flash or other gadget that you have always wanted. Exposure Saratoga is located at 67 Davidson Drive at the corner of Northern Pines Road in Wilton, above KC Fabric and Framing. Info@ExposureSaratoga.com, (518) 450-1438.
Military Service Ceremonies The Saratoga National Cemetery Honor Guard Association provides military burial service ceremonies for all branches of service at the Saratoga National Cemetery. We are always looking for veterans to join us, no matter what branch you served in (male or female) you must have been honorably discharged. You can choose which day of the week (Monday-Friday) that you want to be there. For information go to our web site www.snchga.com or contact the Cemetery Administration Office 200 Duell Road in Schuylerville. Call (518)-5819128 for more information.
Teen/Adult Acting and Performance Academy Join Malta’s Artistic Director Elyse Young in a new acting and performance class to improve your acting skills during the cold winter months. The class runs for nine weeks from Jan. 14 through March 18 from 7:30-8:30 p.m. (skip February 18). She is looking for teen and adult actors and actresses to work on monologues of their choice and scenes from classics like “Importance of Being Earnest” or “Skin of Our Teeth.” There are many great character roles to “sink your teeth into,” so call the Malta Community Center at (518) 899-4411 or visit www.maltaparksrec.com for more information.
Adult Sports and Fitness Opportunities in the Ballston Spa Schools The Ballston Spa Community Education Program is currently
Week of January 9 – January 15, 2015 offering adult sports from 8-10 p.m. with co-ed Indoor Soccer and co-ed volleyball held on Mondays and men’s basketball on Wednesdays. A 10-week session begins the week of Jan. 5 and requires a $30 fee for school district residents. The popular Walk About program provides a safe, indoor walking course for those interested in a low impact fitness activity. The program continues through April when school is in session. A $15 registration fee is required for this program and non-residents are charged $18 to participate. Walkers may join the program at any time throughout the session. Preregistration is required and fees are due at the beginning of each course. Those interested may register for courses by mail or in-person at the District Office, 70 Malta Avenue. Additional information regarding any of the courses offered is available online at www.bscsd.org or by calling (518)884-7195, ext. 1329.
Ballston Spa School District Offers Community Swim Opportunities The Ballston Spa Aquatics Program is currently offering opportunities for public use of the pool during adult lap swimming sessions, from 6-7 a.m. on Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings and on Monday and Wednesday evenings from 6-7 p.m. A family/open swim is also offered on Saturday afternoons from noon to 2 p.m. Additional opportunities are offered throughout the year, including adult Aqua Cardio classes and a Learn-To-Swim program. The Community Swim Program is open to district students, families and community members. District residents need to show identification and pay a $1 entrance fee to utilize the pool. Non-residents are admitted, as space allows, for a $2 fee. The pool is closed during school vacations, emergency cancellations (i.e. snow days or early dismissals) and when school activities necessitate closure. Information is available online at www.bscsd.org, by clicking on the aquatics/ pool button on the left side
of the homepage. For more information, please contact the pool office directly at (518) 8847150 ext. 2324.
Register at Academy for Lifelong Learning Spring class registration forms are now available for the Academy for Lifelong Learning (A.L.L.). Registration starts Jan. 26. With 23 classes including two speaker series starting the week of April 6 and running through June 4, there is something for everyone! A sampling of classes—which typically meet for two hours once a week for eight weeks and are led by volunteersinclude: Photo Workshop, Spring Birding, Gothic Fiction, Economics for Beginners, Seeking Spirituality, Ancient Israel, Justice, Learning to Storytell, Saratoga Sandplains, Conflicts in the Bible Part 2, Hollywood, Painting Lab, Writers Circle, Hikes at Moreau State Park, Military Medicine, and Wildflower Identification. Look for the new Spring Term Class Registration and Membership Application packet in area libraries, the Academy office at 111 West Avenue or on the website at www.esc. edu/all. Annual membership (through June) is $50. The first two eight-week classes or speaker series are $50 each with each additional class at $25. For more information, contact the Academy office at (518) 5872100 ext. 2415.
Defensive Driving Class A defensive driving class will be offered Jan. 10 at First Baptist Church, 45 Washington St., Saratoga Springs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. New York State approved. Save 10 percent on your base auto insurance for the next three years and receive up to four points off your driving record according to New York State Department of Motor Vehicle guidelines. Class size is limited. Fee $35. Bring a friend and fee is $30 each. A portion of the fee goes to First Baptist Church. Registration required and can be made by calling Ray Frankoski at (518) 286-3788.
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Friday, January 9 Fish Fry Fridays Fish Creek Rod and Gun Club, Route 32 south of the village of Victory, 4:30 – 7 p.m. Fish Fry Friday will continue on Fridays, January 16, 23, 30 Menu: Fried Fish-$8.50, or Fried Clams- $8.50, or Fried Chicken Tenders-$8.50, also available will be Clam Chowder at $6.00 a quart. You are invited to eat in at our club house or to call ahead for Take Out (518) 6953917. Everyone will be welcome. Follow signs.
Photographic Swap Meet Exposure Saratoga, 67 Davidson Dr, (corner of Northern Pines Rd.),Wilton, 6:30 p.m. Did you receive any new camera equipment for Christmas? Was that upgrade something you already had? Is there something in your kit that you just aren’t using as much as you expected to when you bought it? Sell or barter your excess equipment and give it a new life or to see if someone is selling that lens, flash or other gadget that you have always wanted. For more information email Info@ ExposureSaratoga.com, or call (518) 450-1438.
Richard Cerasani, “Love Letters from Mount Rushmore” Northshire Bookstore, 424 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, 7 p.m. The author discovered an old trunk full of love letters in his Wilton attic and was inspired to write a true story of his parents work on Mount Rushmore. The book is a heart-warming story of the monument, a marriage and a moment in history. For more information visit: www. Northshire.com.
First Baptist Church, 45 Washington St., Saratoga Springs, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. New York State approved. Save 10% on your base auto insurance for the next three years and receive up to 4 points off your driving record according to New York State Department of Motor Vehicle guidelines. Class size is limited. Fee $35.00. Bring a friend and fee is $30.00 each. A portion of the fee goes to First Baptist Church. Registration required and can be made by calling Ray Frankoski at (518) 286-3788.
Film and Discussion Empire State College, 113 West Ave., Saratoga Springs, 1:30 p.m. Empire State College and Saratoga Reads present the film Lighting The 7th Fire, followed by a panel discussion. The documentary film examines the struggle by the Chippewa Indians of northern Wisconsin to restore the centuriesold tradition of spearfishing, and the heated opposition they encounter. The panelists include Menoukah Case, Empire State College; Maggie Fronk, Wellspring Cares; and Joseph Bruchac, local Abenaki storyteller and author. Refreshments will be served.
Sunday, January 11 Sunday Breakfast The Fish Creek Rod and Gun Club, Route 32 south of the village of Victory, 8 – 11 a.m. We will be cooking breakfast and will continue on the second Sunday of each month all year. Eggs cooked to order, bacon, sausage, toast (white or wheat ), pancakes ( regular, blueberry, buckwheat, apple cinnamon ), French toast, home fries, orange juice, coffee, tea, hot chocolate. Cost: Adult $6.00 Child $3.00, everyone will be welcome. For more information call (518) 695-3917. Follow signs.
Fly Tying Workshop Saratoga Spa State Park, 10 a.m. Come learn to tie flies at Saratoga Spa State Park! Fly fisherman Paul Sinicki will teach you the basics of fly tying. Bring your own equipment or use ours! No registration necessary. Meet at the Administration Building, rain or shine. This class is appropriate for ages 10 and up. Donations will be accepted.
Landlocked Salmon and the Salmon River Saratoga Springs Public Library, 49 Henry St., Saratoga Springs, 7 p.m. Noted Guide David (Rock) Rockwell will travel down from the river to give this presentation. This is a story about the factors in the death of this fishery; commercial fishing, industrial pollution, invasive, etc. This is an environmental story but contains information on the current status of these fish and when and how to catch them. Trout Unlimited mission is to conserve, protect and restore North America’s coldwater fisheries and their watersheds. This event is free. For more information call Mark (518) 893-2228.
Tuesday, January 13 Winter Concert Malta Avenue Auditorium, 70 Malta Avenue, Ballston Spa, 7 p.m. The concert is free and members of the community are welcome. For more information visit www. bscsd.org.
Southwest Neighborhood Association of Saratoga Springs Meeting Quad Graphics Auditorium, 56 Duplainville Road, Saratoga Springs, 7 p.m. The change in venue for this meeting will allow members and interested neighbors to conduct a short meeting followed by an opportunity to tour the Quad Graphics production facility. Residents living in the southwest portion of Saratoga Springs are eligible to participate in this event sponsored by the largest and most active nonprofit neighborhood association in the city. Annual dues $10 per household. For more information please check the web site at www.sswna.org or call (518) 587-8134.
Wednesday, January 14 Preschool Naturalists Saratoga Spa State Park, 10 a.m. Preschool Naturalists is a nature class designed for children ages 3 to 5. This hour-long program will focus on using all five senses to explore a certain aspect of the outdoor world. Children will also enjoy a nature-
related story and craft. Fee is $3 per person or $5 per family. Please call (518) 584-2000 ext. 116 to register.
2015 Winter Storytellers Series SUNY Empire State College, 2 Union Avenue, Room 126, Saratoga Springs, Noon - 1pm The Academy for Lifelong Learning presents the seventh annual storytellers series every Wednesday through March 4. This week will feature “Adirondack Living” by storyteller Carol Gregson, Sponsored by Prestwick Chase at Saratoga. Free and open to the public. Postponed if Saratoga Springs city schools are closed. For more information, call the Academy at (518) 587-2100 ext. 2415 or go to www.esc.edu/all.
Roast Pork and Liver/ Onions Dinner Saratoga-Wilton Elks Lodge #161, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs, 4:30 – 7 p.m. Soup Dijour, Tossed Salad, Roast Pork Loin, Liver & Onions, Mashed Potatoes, Bread Stuffing, Vegetables, Dessert, Rolls & Butter, Coffee, Tea. Donation: $10 Adults, $9 Seniors and Military (Active or Retired with ID Card), $6 children 5-12, Children under 5 free. $10 All take-outs. Cash bar available. For more information call (518) 584-2585.
Local Town Websites Town of Ballston: Ballston Town Hall 323 Charlton Road (518) 885-8502 www.townofballstonny.org Village of Ballston Spa: 66 Front Street (518) 885-5711 www.ballstonspany.org Town of Greenfield: 7 Wilton Road (518) 893-7432 www.townofgreenfield.com Town of Malta: 2540 Route 9 (518) 899-2818 www.malta-town.org Town of Milton: 503 Geyser Road (518) 885-9220 www.townofmiltonny.org
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City of Saratoga Springs:
Caffė Lena, 47 Phila St., Saratoga Springs, 7 p.m. Our featured teller for January, Kelvin Keraga, has been an actor & storyteller for many years, performing folktales from around the world. He produces and performs in Hubbard Hall’s “Whispering Bones,” an evening of ghost stories. Come and hear wonderful stories by Kelvin and the other tellers—or share a story of your own. New tellers are always welcome. Stories may be personal or traditional, should be under 10 minutes, and never read. Admission: $3.00. Coffee or tea $1.00. For more information visit www.cafeelena.org.
474 Broadway (518) 587-3550 www.saratoga-springs.org
Thursday, January 15 Winter Concerts Milton Terrace North Elementary Cafetorium, 200 Wood Road, Ballston Spa, 7 p.m. The Milton Terrace North Elementary and Wood Road Elementary Schools will host combined Winter Concerts featuring the Orchestra, Band and Chorus. For more information visit www.bscsd.org.
Town of Saratoga: 12 Spring Street, Schuylerville (518) 695-3644 www.townofsaratoga.com Village of Schuylerville: 35 Spring Street (518) 695-3881 www.villageofschuylerville.org Town of Stillwater: 881 N. Hudson Avenue Stillwater, NY 12170 (518) 664-6148 www.stillwaterny.org Town of Wilton: 22 Traver Road (518) 587-1939 www.townofwilton.com Saratoga County Board of Supervisors: 40 McMaster St, #1 Ballston Spa, NY 12020 (518) 885-2240 www.saratogacountyny.gov
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20 Adirondack Christian Fellowship 8 Mountain Ledge, Wilton 587-0623 acfsaratoga.com Services: Sunday 8 a.m. & 10 a.m. Adirondack Friends Meeting 27 Saratoga Ave., South Glens Falls 793-3755 AdirondackFM@nycap. rr.com; www.adirondackfriendsmeeting.org Regina Baird Haag, pastoral minister Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m. The Alliance Church 257 Rowland St., Ballston Spa 885-6524 Services: Morning Worship 10:30 a.m. Assembly of God Faith Chapel 6 Burgoyne St., Schuylerville 695-6069 Rev. Jason Proctor Services: Sunday 10:45 a.m. Assembly of God Saratoga 118 Woodlawn Ave., Saratoga Springs 584-6081 Services: Sunday Worship 10 a.m., coffee served at 9:45 a.m. Bacon Hill Reformed Church 560 Route 32N, Bacon Hill 695-3074 Rev. Janet Vincent Services: Worship service 10 a.m.; Sunday School 10 a.m. All are welcome. Handicapped accessible. Baha’i Community of Saratoga Springs 584-9679; 692-7694 usbnc.org.
RELIGION Ballston Center Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church 58 Charlton Road, Ballston Spa 885-7312 ballstoncenterarpchurch. org Services: Sunday Worship Service, 10:30 a.m. Ballston Spa United Methodist Church 101 Milton Ave., Ballston Spa 885-6886 Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Bethesda Episcopal Church 41 Washington St., Saratoga Springs 584-5980 Services: Sunday 8 & 10 a.m. Church of Christ at Clifton Park 7 Old Route 146, Clifton Park 371-6611 cliftonparkchurchofchrist. com Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m. Christ Community Reformed Church 1010 Route 146, Clifton Park 371-7654 ccrc-cpny.org. Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Christ Episcopal Church Routes 50 & 67, Ballston Spa 885-1031 Services: Sunday 8 & 10 a.m. Christian Restoration Ministries Saratoga Senior Center 5 Williams St., Saratoga Springs 796-4323 Pastor Pat Roach Services: Sunday 10 a.m.; 6:30 p.m.
Congregation Shaara Tfille 84 Weibel Avenue, Saratoga Springs 584-2370 saratogasynagogue.org Services: Saturday 9:30 a.m., (1st & 3rd Sat. also 10:30) Monday & Thursday 7:30 a.m., third Friday each month 7:30 p.m. Handicapped Accessible Corinth Free Methodist Church 20 Hamilton Ave., Corinth 654-9255; 792-0271 Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Corinth United Methodist Church 243 Main Street, Corinth 654-2521 cfumc@cnyconnect.net Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m. Cornerstone Community Church 516 Park Ave., Mechanicville 664-5204 mycornerstonechurch.org Pastor Frank Galerie Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m. Corpus Christi Roman Catholic Community 2001 Route 9, Round Lake 877-8506 ccorpusc@nycap.rr.com Services: Saturday 4 p.m.; Sunday 8:30 & 10:30 a.m.; Weekday Masses: MondayFriday 9 a.m. Eastern Orthodox— Christ the Savior 349 Eastline Road, Ballston Spa 786-3100 xcsavior@yahoo.com. Services: Sunday 9:30 a.m. First Baptist Church of Saratoga Springs 45 Washington St., Saratoga Springs 584-6301 Services: Sunday: 11 a.m.
Week of January 9 – January 15, 2015 First Baptist Church of Ballston Spa 202 Milton Ave., Ballston Spa 885-8361 bspabaptist.org Services: 10:30 a.m. worship, 9 a.m. Sunday School (all ages)
First Presbyterian Church of Ballston Spa 22 West High St., Ballston Spa 885-5583 Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Full Gospel Tabernacle 207 Redmond Road, Gansevoort 793-2739 Services: Sunday 10 a.m.; Bible Study: Thursday 6:30 p.m. Galway United Methodist Church 2056 East Street (at intersection of Route 147), Galway 882-6520 www.galway-unitedmethodist-church.com Services: Sunday 9:30 a.m. (9 a.m. in July and August) Grace Fellowship Saratoga 165 High Rock Ave 691-0301 saratoga.gracefellowship. com Pastor: Mike Adams Service Times: Sundays 9 & 11 a.m. Grace Brethren Church 137 W. Milton Road, Ballston Spa 587-0649 Rev. Dan Pierce Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Handicapped accessible. Greater Grace Community Church Pastor David Moore 899-7777 thechurch@ggccmalta.org Services: Wednesday 7:30 p.m. - Friday 7:00 p.m. Sunday 10 a.m.
Greenfield Center Baptist Church 30 Wilton Road, Greenfield Center 893-7429 Services: Sunday School for all ages - 9:45 a.m. Church Service - 11 a.m. Prayer Meeting Wednesday 6:30 p.m. Highway Tabernacle Church 90 River Road, Mechanicville 664-4442 Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m. Hope Church 206 Greenfield Ave., Ballston Spa 885-7442 Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Jonesville United Methodist 963 Main St., Clifton Park 877-7332 Services: Sunday 8:30 & 10:30 a.m. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Living Springs Community Church 59 Pine Road, Saratoga Springs 584-9112 Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m. Living Waters Church of God 4330 State Rt. 50, Saratoga Springs 587-0484 livingwaterscog.us Services: Sundays 10 a.m. Malta Presbyterian Church Dunning Street, Malta 899-5992 Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Malta Ridge United Methodist Church 729 Malta Ave., Ext., Malta 581-0210 Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m.
Week of January 9 – January 15, 2015 Middle Grove United Methodist Church 581-2973 Pastor Bonnie Bates Services: Sunday 9 a.m. Handicapped accessible New Horizon Church 150 Perry Road, Saratoga Springs 587-0711 Services: Sunday 9:30 a.m. New Life Fellowship 51 Old Gick Road, Saratoga Springs 580-1810 newlifeinsaratoga.org. Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m. Childcare is available at all services. NorthStar Church Gowana Middle School, Clifton Park 371-2811 northstarchurch.com Services: Sunday 9:30 a.m. & 11:15 a.m. Old Saratoga Reformed Church 48 Pearl St., Schuylerville oldsaratogareformedchurch.org Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m. Handicapped accessible. Old Stone Church (American Baptist) 159 Stone Church Road, Ballston Spa 583-1002 Services: Sunday 9 a.m.; Adult Sunday School 9 a.m.; Service 10:30 a.m. Coffee and Fellowship in Living Stone Hall; Wednesday: Noon potluck luncheon; 1 p.m. choir rehearsal; 2 p.m. Bible Study Group Our Lady of Grace Roman Catholic Church 73 Midline Road, Ballston Lake 399-5713 Services: Saturday 5 p.m. Sunday 8:15 & 10:15 a.m. Handicapped accessible. Presbyterian-NE Congregational Church 24 Circular St.,
Saratoga Springs 584-6091 pnecchurch.org Services: Sunday 10:45 a.m. Quaker Springs United Methodist Church 466 Route 32 South, Quaker Springs 695-3101 qsumc.com Pastor Al Johnson Services: Sunday 9 a.m. Handicapped accessible. River of Hope Fellowship 100 Saratoga Village Blvd. Malta Cmns., Ste. 3 881-1505 riverofhopefellowship.com Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Roman Catholic Church of St. Peter 241 Broadway, Saratoga Springs 584-2375 Services: Eucharistic Celebrations: Saturday 5 p.m.; Sunday 7:30, 9 and 11 a.m. St. Clement’s Roman Catholic Church 231 Lake Ave., Saratoga Springs 584-6122 Services: Saturday 4 p.m.; Sunday 8, 9:30, 11:15 a.m. and 5 p.m., 1 p.m. Spanish Service St. George’s Episcopal Church 912 Route 146, Clifton Park 371-6351 stgeorge@csdsl.net Services: Saturday 4:30 p.m.; Sunday 8 & 9:30 a.m. St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church 3159 Route 9N, Greenfield Center 893-7680 sjoegctr@nycap.rr.com; www.stjosephschurchgreenfieldcenter.org Services: Saturday 4 p.m.; Sunday 10:30 a.m. Handicapped accessible
RELIGION St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church 167 Milton Ave., Ballston Spa 885-7411 stmarysbsta.org Services: Saturday 4 p.m., Sunday 8:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m., Noon. Handicapped accessible St. Paul’s Roman Catholic Church 771 Route 29, a Rock City Falls 893-7680 sjoegctr@nycap.rr.com Services: Sunday 8:30 am. Handicapped accessible. St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church 149 Lake Ave., Saratoga Springs 584-0904 Services: Saturday 5 p.m. with Holy Communion. Sundays 8:30 & 11 a.m. with Holy Communion. St. Peter Lutheran Church 2776 Route 9, Malta 583-4153 Services: Sunday 8:30 & 10:30 a.m.; Sunday School at 9:15 a.m. St. Thomas of Canterbury 242 Grooms Road, Halfmoon st-thomas-of-canterbury.org Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Saratoga Abundant Life Church 2325 Route 50 South, Saratoga Springs 885-5456 SALChurch.org Services: Sunday 9:30 a.m. Saratoga Chabad 130 Circular St., Saratoga Springs 526-0773 saratora@aol.com; saratogachabad.com Saratoga Friends Meeting (Quaker) Rts. 32 and 71,
Quaker Springs 587-7477; 399-5013 Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Saratoga United Methodist Church Henning Road, Saratoga Springs 584-3720 saratogaumc.com. Services: Sunday 9 & 10:45 a.m. Handicapped accessible. Saratoga Seventh-Day Adventist Church 399 Union Ave., Saratoga Springs 882-9384 saratogasda.org Services: Sabbath School: 10 a.m. Worship Service: 11:30 a.m. Shenendehowa United Methodist 971 Route 146, Clifton Park 371-7964 Services: Sunday 9 & 10:30 a.m. Simpson United Methodist Church Rock City Road, Rock City Falls 885-4794 Services: Sunday 10:45 a.m. Soul Saving Station for Every Nation Christ Crusaders of America 62 Henry St., Saratoga Springs 584-3122 Services: Sunday 10 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. Temple Sinai 509 Broadway, Saratoga Springs 584-8730 www.saratogasinai.org Shabbat Services: Friday 6 p.m. Preceded by 5:30 p.m. Oneg. Handicapped Accessible. Terra Nova Church 45 Washington St., Saratoga Springs 833-0504 terranovachurch.org
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saratogaquestions@ terranovachurch.org Services: Sunday 5:30 p.m. Childcare: 6 months–4 years and expanding Handicapped accessible. The Salvation Army/ Worship, Service & Community Center 27 Woodlawn Ave., Saratoga Springs 584-1640 Mail-P.O. Box 652 Captain Aaron A. Boone, Sr.; Captain Amber S. Boone Commanding Officers/Ministers Services: Sunday School 10 a.m.; Praise & Worship 11 a.m. Trinity United Methodist Church 155 Ballard Road, Gansevoort 584-9107 tumcwilton.com Rev. Robert Kersten Services: Sunday 11 a.m. Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Saratoga Springs 624 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs 584-1555 uusaratoga.org Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Unity Church in Albany 21 King Ave., Albany 453-3603 Services: Sunday 9 a.m. & 11 a.m. West Charlton United Presbyterian Church 1331 Sacandaga Road, West Charlton 882-9874 westcharltonupc.org Rev. Thomas Gregg, Pastor Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m. Wilton Baptist Church 755 Saratoga Road, Wilton 583-2736 wiltonbaptist@gmail.com; wiltonbaptistchurch.com; Services: Sunday 11 a.m.
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Home Made Theater To Hold Open Auditions for
The Man Who Came to Dinner
Week of January 9 – January 15, 2015
The 28th Annual Flurry Festival Tickets On Sale!
In this Broadway classic, it’s Christmas season in 1938, in a small Ohio town when famed author and radio personality Sheridan Whiteside comes to dine at the Stanley family home. A slip on the ice outside lands “Sherry” in the Stanley’s living room for a tumultuous, six-week convalescence, filled with high comedy, low farce, and an array of eccentric, lovable characters. Actors should bring a current photo resume. Photos cannot be returned. Auditions will be from the script. Production dates are on weekends from April 17 – May 3, 2015. Rehearsals will begin in early March. No appointments are necessary for the audition. For a detailed flyer or questions about the audition, contact HMT at (518) 587-4427, or visit homemadetheater.org. SARATOGA SPRINGS — To celebrate their 30th season, Home Made Theater is bringing back the very first show the company performed at the Spa Little Theater next spring. Home Made Theater is now announcing open auditions for their April/May production of The Man Who Came to Dinner, by Moss Hart and George S. Kaufman, directed by Dianne O’Neill Filer. Auditions will be held on Sunday, Jan. 11 and Monday, Jan. 12 from 6–8 p.m. at the Spa Little Theater in Saratoga Spa State Park. The cast will consist of 10+ men and 9+ women, ages 18 and up.
SARATOGA SPRINGS — It’s almost time to shake off the winter blues, as well as dance, sing, jam and more at The 28th Flurry festival. The Flurry Festival is a tradition on President’s weekend, which runs from Feb. 13 to 15 throughout Downtown Saratoga Springs. The Festival headquarters is centered at the Saratoga Springs City Center and Saratoga Hilton Hotel, with more performances and workshops scheduled at Saratoga Music Hall, Caffé Lena, Putnam Den and The Parting Glass Pub. The Flurry has earned a reputation as the best winter weekend for dancers and music lovers of all ages, featuring more than 400 performers, five venues and over 250 events. Events this year will include a huge lineup of programs for families
with young children, many new and exciting programs for teens, and fun for all ages with international music and dance events, non-stop swing and contra dancing and more. But it’s not just for dancers! The weekend is full of jamming, music instruction, singing, storytelling, concerts and other performances. Tickets are available at a discounted rate until Jan. 26, but are available at the door all weekend long. For full details about ticket options visit the website (see below.) Tickets are available as full weekend passes or day passes with special discounts for students, children, military, and seniors. To see a full schedule of events, check out volunteer opportunities, or purchase your tickets, visit flurryfestival.org
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International Fusion Group Alba’s Edge at Lena’s Sunday SARATOGA SPRINGS — Genre bending group Alba’s Edge brings their unique blend of Celtic, Jazz and Latin American musical cultures to Caffe Lena (47 Phila Street, Saratoga Springs) on Sunday Jan. 11 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $16 in advance, $18 at the door, ($8/10 students and seniors, $14/16 members and $5 at the door with Student ID). They can be purchased online at brownpapertickets.com/ event/956335 or on Caffe Lena’s website (www.caffelena.org). Alba’s Edge is a siblingled quartet that explores the common ground between the expressive melodies of Scotland,
Spring Street Gallery To Go Blue
hypnotic rhythms of Latin America, dance grooves of Funk and improvisations and harmonies of Jazz. The group’s unique sound is gaining attention both in the US and overseas, with BBC Radio Scotland praising their sound as “a wonderful concoction.” The cross-cultural approach of Alba’s Edge has led them across the US and Mexico as cultural ambassadors for their melting-pot approach to Celtic music. After wrapping up a hugely successful Kickstarter campaign at the beginning of September, Alba’s Edge will be heading into the studio in February to record their first full-length album.
Brother and sister Neil and Lilly Pearlman (piano and fiddle) grew up in a family steeped in Scottish culture, but have always been inspired by the music and dance of other cultures as well. In their quest to break down the boundaries between cultures and genres, they joined forces with two other likeminded musicians to create Alba’s Edge. Bassist Doug Berns brings a wealth of experience playing in a variety of projects around New York City ranging from Afro-Beat to Jazz to Metal, and Jacob Cole is a versatile drummer with a varied background in Jazz and Latin styles. For more information, visit AlbasEdge.com
Saratoga Arts Receives Grant For New Theater Seats
Open-Submission, MultiGenre Show Is First of Its 2015 “Sudden Art Projects” SARATOGA SPRINGS — New Year’s Resolutions take many forms, and S p r i n g S t r e e t Gallery in Saratoga Springs made a pledge to make itself more accessible to all, with a series of Sudden Art Projects to be produced in 2015. The first, titled “The Blue Show,” is an open-call, multi-genre show, with a short deadline – work is due by Friday, Jan. 16 and the exhibit will be on Saturday, Jan. 24, from 5–7:30 p.m. The Sudden Art Projects are meant to encourage participation from a wide range of people, from firsttimers to professional artists. Writers and musicians are welcome. The reception will feature performers and spoken word pieces, as well as a wide variety of art genres, from painting to photography to drawing. The uniting factor is that all works will be an exploration of the concept of “blue.” “We are very excited to see what participants come up with,” said Executive Director Maureen Sager. “Skies, water, music – blue is everywhere we look, but it means something different to everyone. It will be a great surprise.” Sager said that there is an eclectic mix of participants so far, including an Elvis band, a poet, several photographers, writers, fiber artists, and more. To participate in “The Blue Show,” submit an application by Friday, Jan. 16 to: http://www.springstreetgallerysaratoga.org/submission-form-1
Alba’s Edge
of making the arts accessible to even more members of the regional community while it contributes to the stability of other arts organizations. Saratoga Arts expects to install the new seating system in the spring of 2015. “New seating and risers for SARATOGA SPRINGS – The Alfred Z. Solomon Charitable Trust has awarded Saratoga Arts $39,544 to purchase and install new seating in The Dee Sarno Theater at The Arts Center, 329 Broadway, Saratoga Springs. Nearly two dozen arts organizations, social-service not-for-profits, and independent arts presenters used the theater for their programming in 2013-14, according to Saratoga Arts’ Executive Director Joel Reed. They occupied the space on 236 days out of the year for dramatic productions, concerts, film screenings, lectures, public forums, meetings and other gatherings. The existing stacking chairs date to Saratoga Arts’ 1996-2000 renovation of the old Saratoga Springs Public Library building into a community center for the arts. Fifteen years of use and thousands of attendees each year have taken their toll on both the appearance and the stability of the current
seating, and the on-the-floor seating afforded poor sight-lines for those in the back rows. Both informally and in survey responses, members of the community have mentioned uncomfortable seats and obstructed views as the top obstacles to attending more events at The Arts Center. With the Solomon Trust’s support, the widely used theater will feature a system that integrates seats with telescoping system of risers. The greater comfort and stepped elevation of the new seating are expected to bring larger audiences to The Dee Sarno Theater, which in turn should result in greater strength for the organizations that present the arts there. The seating system’s ability to retract will allow The Arts Center to continue hosting working meetings, fine crafts exhibitions, and other programs that do not require theater-style seating. The new seating will help Saratoga Arts fulfill its mission
The Arts Center’s theater have been a goal of Saratoga Arts and our peer organizations for a long time,” Reed added. “We will be grateful to the Alfred Z. Solomon Charitable Trust for many years to come.” For more information visit saratoga-arts.org
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SPAC To Welcome World‑Renowned Pianist in 2015 SARATOGA SPRINGS —One of the world’s most soughtafter soloists, pianist Jean-Yves Thibaudet has the rare ability to combine poetic musical sensibilities and dazzling technical prowess. His talent at coaxing subtle and surprising colors and textures from each work he plays led The New York Times to write that “every note he fashions is a pearl…the joy, brilliance and musicality of his performance could not be missed.” Mr. Thibaudet will appear as the featured artist of The Philadelphia Orchestra’s Thursday, August 6 performance at Saratoga Performing Arts Center during SPAC’s 2015 season. Jean-Yves Thibaudet was born in Lyon, France, where he began his piano studies at age five and made his first public appearance at age seven. At twelve, he entered the Paris Conservatory to study with Aldo Ciccolini and Lucette Descaves, a friend and collaborator of Ravel. At age fifteen, he won the Premier Prix du Conservatoire and, three years later, the Young Concert Artists Auditions in New York City. Since then, Mr. Thibaudet has performed regularly throughout Europe, North America, Australia and the Far East, collaborating with virtually every major orchestra and conductors such as Alsop, Ashkenazy, Blomstedt, Chailly, Dutoit, Gergiev, Levine and
Tilson Thomas. Equally at home in chamber music, recitals and the orchestral repertoire, he has appeared and recorded with artists including Cecilia Bartoli, Brigitte Fassbaender, Renée Fleming, Dmitri Hvorostovsky, Angelika Kirchschlager, Yuri Bashmet, Joshua Bell, Truls Mørk and the Rossetti String Quartet. In 2015, Mr. Thibaudet will follow his passion for education and fostering the next generation of performers by becoming the first-ever resident artist at the Colburn School of Los Angeles. Also, audiences can hear Mr. Thibaudet play with the St. Louis Symphony, New York Philharmonic, Cleveland Orchestra, Naples Philharmonic, Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, Boston Symphony Orchestra, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Esa-Pekka Salonen, Frankfurter Museumsorchester,
Dresden Philharmonic, Munich Philharmonic and Orchestre de L’Opéra de Paris. A distinguished recording artist, Mr. Thibaudet has been nominated for two Grammy Awards, a Gramophone Award, two Echo awards, and the Edison Prize. In 2001 the Republic of France awarded him the prestigious Chevalier dans l’Ordre des Arts et des Lettres, and in 2002 he was awarded the Premio Pegasus from the Spoleto Festival in Italy for his artistic achievements and his long-standing involvement with the festival. In 2007 he received the Victoire d’Honneur, a lifetime career achievement award and the highest honor given by France’s Victoires de la Musique. The Hollywood Bowl honored him for his musical achievements by inducting him into its Hall of Fame in 2010.
Jean-Yves Thibaudet
Courthouse Gallery Annual Call for Exhibition Proposals
2014 Courthouse Gallery Artists. Top row: Yari Ostovany, Hilary Fayle, Elizabeth Coyne, Terry Conrad installing work, Russell Serrianne. Bottom row: Caroline Ramersdorfer, Terry Conrad, Ariana Kolins installation, Gabe Brown, John Van Alstine and Carline Ramersdorfer installation.
LAKE GEORGE – The Lake George Arts Project invites regional, national, emerging and established artists to send exhibition proposals to the Courthouse Gallery. Preference is given to experimental or non-traditional work created in the last two years. The Gallery welcomes proposals for special exhibitions, installations, mixed media presentations and performance art. The postmark deadline is January 31.
Mail your proposal to:
Lake George Arts Project Gallery Committee 1 Amherst Street Lake George, NY 12845 Selection and notification is usually complete by April. For more information about submission requirements visit lakegeorgearts.org or call (518) 668-2616.
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S P OT L I G H T Rick Bolton
week of 1/9-1/15 friday, 1/9:
Jesus + Friends, 6 PM @ Putnam Den — 584.8066
Megan Houde, 7 pm @ Bailey’s — 583.6060
Dan Sherwin, 8 PM @ Ravenswood — 371.8771
Toga Boys, 9 pm @ Bentley’s — 899.4300
Master Cylinders, 9 PM @ The Mill — 899.5253
David Wax Museum, 8 pm @ Caffè Lena — 583.0022
Hey Jude, 7 PM @ The Parting Glass — 583.1916
Will Foley, 7 pm @ Carney’s Tavern — 952.7177
High Peaks, 3 PM @ The Saratoga Winery — 584.9463
Jukebox Night, 10 pm @ Caroline St. Pub — 583.9400
Rob Aronstein, 7 PM @ Wishing Well — 584.7640
Cole Broderick, 7 pm @ Crown Grill — 583.1105 Slow Burn, 9:30 pm @ Foggy Notions — 252.1007 Erin Harkes, 9 pm @ Gaffney’s — 587.7359 Ubuntu, 9:30 pm @ Harvey’s — 583.0003 Funk Evolution, 8 pm @ Nanola — 587.1300
sunday, 1/11: Alba’s Edge, 7 pm @ Caffè Lena - 583.0022 Erin Harkes, 3 pm @ The Saratoga Winery - 584.9463 Jazz Brunch, 11 am @ Primetime Ultra Lounge - 583.4563
Larry Hooker, 6:30 pm @ Primetime Ultra Lounge — 583.4563
monday, 1/12:
Midnight Revival Band/ AM Bodega /Accents, 9 pm @ Putnam Den — 584.8066
Chris Carey/Tim Wechgelaer, 7 pm @ One Caroline - 587.2026
Good Sir, 8 pm @ Ravenswood — 371.8771 John Eisenhart, 9 pm @ The Mill — 899.5253 Dan Sherwin, 8:30 pm @ The Rusty Nail — 371.9875
Mike Passineau, 6:30 pm @ Brook Tavern - 871-1473
tuesday, 1/13:
Grand Central Station, 8 pm @ Vapor — 792.8282
Rich Ortiz, 10 pm @ Caroline Street Pub - 583.9400 Two Step Tuesdays, 8 pm @ Crown Grill - 583.1105 Open Mic with Rick Bolton, 8 pm @ Gaffney’s - 587.7359
saturday, 1/10:
wednesday, 1/14:
Black Abbey, 9 PM @ Bentley’s — 899.4300
Celtic Session, 7 pm @ The Parting Glass - 583.1916
Jim Gaudet + the Railroad Boys w. Sara Milonovich, 8 PM @ Caffè Lena — 583.0022
thursday, 1/15:
Rich Ortiz, 6 pm @ The Saratoga Winery — 584.9463
Vivid Trio, 9 PM @ Cantina — 587.5577 Dave Porter, 7 PM @ Carney’s Tavern — 952.7177 Radio Junkies, 10 PM @ Caroline St. Pub — 583.9400
Open Mic, 8 PM @ Caffè Lena — 583.0022 DJ Dragonette, 9 PM @ Cantina — 587.5577 Matty Finn, 7 PM @ Carney’s Tavern — 952.7177 Open Mic, 10 PM @ Circus Café — 583.1106
Karaoke, 10 PM @ Circus Café — 583.1106
New Artist Showcase, 8 PM @ Gaffney’s — 587.7359
Cole Broderick, 6:30 PM @ Fifty South — 884.2926
Jeff Walton, 6 PM @ Inn at Saratoga — 583.1890
Folding Money, 9 PM @ Gaffney’s — 587.7359
Joe Gitto + Dan Wanczyk, 6:30 PM @ Mouzon House — 226.0014
N + S Dakotas, 9:30 PM @ Harvey’s — 583.0003
Rich Ortiz, 6:30 PM @ Primetime Ultra Lounge — 583.4563
One Night Stand, 9 PM @ Nanola — 587.1300
Celtic Session, 7 PM @ The Parting Glass — 583.1916
George Giroux, 6:30 PM @ Primetime Ultra Lounge — 583.4563
Country Night, 7 PM @ Vapor - (518) 792-8282
Rick Bolton Hosts Tuesday’s Open Mic at Gaffney’s
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Musicians Rally For Lake Avenue Elementary SARATOGA SPRINGS – An all-star lineup of highly-credentialed local musicians (Bob Warren with Joy MacKenzie and Tony Markellis; and Joel Brown with Jason Brown and Dave Maswick) will be lending their talents to benefit Lake Avenue Elementary School on Saturday Jan. 24 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $10, with 100 percent of the proceeds going to the school. The PTA is planning a purchase of new risers for student performance groups. Tickets can be purchased online at lakeavenueconcert.brownpapertickets.com.
Tony Markellis
Bob Warren and Joy MacKensie
Joel Brown and Dave Maswick
Wedding Bells Ring! SARATOGA SPRINGS — Lynn Marie Paris and Nehme Frangie were married at the Batcheller Mansion Inn on Sunday, Dec. 28. Congratulations to the happy couple! Credit: Lisa Miller - Studio di Luce
$10,000 Raised for Kaitlin’s Korner! WILTON – Kaitlin’s Korner recently held a 50/50 raffle to raise funds for their ongoing project - an inclusive playground for special needs children in Wilton’s Gavin Park. After generating $10,000 in total revenue, everyone gathered at Boca Bistro restaurant for the drawing of the winning ticket. The lucky winners of $5,000 were Sarah and Cecil Provost. But in a happy twist to this story, Sarah and Cecil decided to give the entire amount back to the project! Kaitlin’s Korner wishes to recognize and thank Sarah and Cecil for their generosity. Kaitlin’s Korner is a project to build an inclusive playground for special needs children in Gavin Park. If you are interested in learning more about the project or upcoming fundraisers, visit: cometogetherforKaitlin.com
Sarah and Cecil Provost with Kaitlin
Take a look at this week’s newest club member!
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Puzzles
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1 Elevates 6 Nearly 15 Reaction to flatness 16 Not predestined 17 1975 Pulitzer winner for criticism 18 Early German fliers 19 Whiskey purchase 20 Jolts 21 Substantive part 22 Sanskrit term of respect 23 Old Spanish bread 25 Safe investment choices 28 Bad mark 33 “Monster” Oscar winner 34 Court service 35 Accessory 36 “Shirt Front and Fork” artist 37 Drum accompanying a fife 38 Team nicknamed the Halos, briefly 40 Risk 41 Five-time 30-game winner of early baseball 42 Got tight 43 Moisture overload results, in plants 45 Manhattan part 47 Door support 51 Source of a cc 52 “Lolita” co-star, 1962 54 Side unit 56 One way to think 57 Court expert 58 “The Liberty Bell” composer 59 Made more attractive, as a deal 60 Serf
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1 Gripes 2 Event celebrated in “Through the Looking-Glass” 3 When “you’re gonna want me for your girl,” in a 1963 hit 4 Mongolian dwelling 5 Jedi foes
6 Spices (up) 7 Eye parts 8 Absorbed 9 Adviser of a sort 10 Cannon attachment 11 Soother 12 Drama Desk relative 13 Prismatic bone 14 Lab work 23 Parker product 24 “The Joy Luck Club” author 26 Campus town near Bangor 27 Shoe part 29 Semi-hard cheeses 30 Album that includes “Michelle” 31 Disbeliever’s comeuppance
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32 London flat? 33 It’s 1 on the Mohs scale 34 Some coll. students 36 Constantine native 39 Back 40 Some microwaves 42 Caught stealing, say 44 Chop up 46 Stop by 47 Little bits 48 Fresh 49 Place for a rock group? 50 Something to pick? 52 Plymouth potato dish 53 11-Down substance 55 Young louse
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: Mantel, Mantle A mantel is a shelf (mantelpiece). The couple placed a prized piece of art over their mantel. A mantle is a cloak or something that covers like a cloak. This morning a mantle of fog hung over the valley for hours. 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 davedowling59@yahoo.com
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Local Fighters Victorious UNCASVILLE, CONNECTICUT — On Saturday, January 3, a group of local martial artists headed to Connecticut for Reality Fighting MMA Championships, which took place in the Mohegan Sun Casino. Among the entourage were local fighters Brandon Polcare and Ryan Munger. Munger stepped into the cage with an amateur record of 3-2 and made quick work of his opponent. At 2:11 of the first round the referee stopped the bout due to unanswered strikes. “It was a great feeling to fight in such a large venue” stated Munger. “I have been training my Jiu-Jitsu and MMA with Spa City Jiu-Jitsu, and my boxing with Tyrone Jackson at Saratoga Boxing, and it all came together on Saturday night.” Munger is looking to make his pro debut in mid-June. Polcare, who made his professional debut on Saturday, let the fans know that he meant business. Within 30 seconds Polcare had his opponent on the ground and was transitioning to a submission hold. After locking a tight ‘arm triangle’ choke, Polcare increased the
Photos provided by www.WesternMassMMA.com
Brandon Polcare applies the submission hold.
pressure and submitted his opponent at 47 seconds of the first round. “It went a little quicker than I expected, but it was the outcome that I trained for,” said Polcare. “I have been training hard, and training with the best. Between my wrestling background, my training at Spa City Jiu-Jitsu, and boxing with Tyrone Jackson, I was ready for whatever happened in the cage.” Polcare entered the fight with a 5-0 amateur record and is now 1-0 as a pro. He was a successful High School wrestler for the Blue Streaks,
Walking away victorious.
graduating in 2001. He plans a return to the cage in mid-June. Both fighters were coached by Eddie Fyvie. Fyvie is a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and is the owner/head instructor of Spa City Jiu-Jitsu. “Both of our guys did a great job on Saturday,” Fyvie said. “I figured between the two fights we would spend more than 3 minutes in the cage, but that is the beauty of the fight game, especially Jiu-Jitsu. Our style allows us to exploit an opponent’s weakness and capitalize on their small errors.”
Polcare with the Win.
Ryan Munger gets his hand raised.
Travers Winner Thunder Rumble Passes Away GREENFIELD CENTER — Thoroughbred Thunder Rumble, the winner of the 1992 Travers Stakes, passed away Jan. 6. After 6 years of happy retirement at Old Friends at Cabin Creek in Greenfield Center, Thunder Rumble, the 26-year-old New Yorkbred stallion passed away with JoAnn and Mark Pepper and his loving family of caretakers and volunteers Photo by NYRA by his side. His passing was due to complications from colic. Thunder Rumble was the Alpha the retirement farm’s first year. stallion at the farm and left an He was foaled on March 31, 1989 enduring impression on everyone at Braeburn Farm by breeder he met. His illness and death was Konrad Widmer. very sudden and JoAnn, Mark He was trained by Richard and all the volunteers who loved O’Connell, who always had many and cared for him during his last stories to tell about the feisty stalyears are grieving his passing. lion. On Dec. 23, 1991 at Aqueduct, Thunder Rumble was the the 2-year-old Thunder Rumble first stallion to call Old Friends broke his maiden by 12 ¾ lengths . at Cabin Creek his forever home His winningest year was and arrived in late 2009, during 1992 when he won the Jim Dandy
In all, Thunder Rumble had 19 races with 8 firsts, 0 seconds, and 1 third. At stud he sired 10 small crops; his best foal was Frisky Thunder. In 2012, during the 20th anniversary year of his Travers win, his beloved Ursula Widmer journeyed from Switzerland to visit him. They had a wonderful reunion. The Peppers and all the volunteers at Old Friends at Cabin Creek feel extremely
Stakes, and the famed Travers Stakes at Saratoga Race Course with Herb McCauley aboard. To date, Thunder’s time of 2:00 4/5 has not been beaten. Thunder Rumble was the first New York bred to win The Travers since 1867. He also won the Montauk Stakes, the Gate Dancer Stakes, and the Count Fleet Stakes. In 1994, Thunder won the Saratoga Cup Handicap with Richie Migliore aboard.
honored to have cared for Thunder Rumble in his retirement years at the farm. The many visitors and fans who loved him made his last years very happy. At the sixth annual birthday party held last Saturday at the farm, Thunder Rumble greeted guests in all his beauty, glory and majesty, showing everyone the striking horse who gave so much joy to those who visited him and cared for him.
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Oh, Watch Those Saints Come Marching In
by Damian Fantauzzi for Saratoga TODAY Just a few days ago, one of the local newspapers came out with their selection of Cross Country AllStars for 2014. I realize that this area has a wealth of good runners and I’m not questioning the selections that were made. But, I coached Saratoga Catholic’s Cross Country boys and girls teams this past fall and I am very pleased and proud of them. The boys finished in the Western Athletic Conference (WAC) with a second place, 8-2 record led by senior Parker Johnson, the team captain, and a first team all-league selection. The boys team consisted of only seven members, and with some injuries, we only had five runners at one time. You need five to score in a XC meet. That brings me to the girls—a team consisting of only five members. So, if we had one out hurt or sick, we could not be considered in the count for any of our league meets. All of our league meets are double-dual, which means, in every league meet there are three schools competing against one another in head-to-head competition. For example, if Saratoga Catholic was in a meet with Mayfield and Fort Plain, SCC goes up against both schools as one-on-one competition. We could defeat Mayfield in the meet and we could also defeat Fort Plain, as if they were separate scoring meets. Meanwhile, Fort Plain could defeat Mayfield as a separate score during the same event. This means that there isn’t a first, second or third place finish for the teams involved because the meet is scored as a result of a double-dual. The Saints’ girls ran with some injuries and even with some illness in all of our meets.
The Lady Saints: Jocelyn Mayer (in back), Sabrina Johnson, Amelia Bielefeld, Laura Kenny (in back) and Kristen Mayer in a league meet with Mayfield and Galway at the Spa Park. Photo provided by K. Halligan/2014
Remember, in cross country, only the first five finishers of each team count in the scoring. The Lady Saints were not only overall resilient in the races, but they earned a share of the WAC league team championship, with Fort Plain and Duanesburg. All three schools finished with identical 7-1 records. The “Iron-five girls” of Spa Catholic were honored by the WAC cross country coaches because three of the five were selected to the WAC All-League First Team. The all-star picks were led by junior Amelia Bielefeld, sophomores Laura Kenny and Kristen Mayer. Jocelyn Mayer, our only senior, ran the whole season with a pulled quad, which necessitated it being wrapped during all meets and practices. Without her ability to fight off her injury, as a team we could not have scored in any of the league meets. Sabrina Johnson was an important link to our chain, as Jocelyn didn’t miss a moment of any race due to her discomfort. All five girls managed to actually carry one another as a team into the sharing of the league championship. All five of these young ladies are fighters and never did I hear one of them complain. I was impressed by their toughness! There are four girls returning next fall and with hopefully some new talent in the wings, the Lady Saints could be a team to reckon with in the WAC! Parker Johnson, who I feel will be a good runner at the next level, along with co-senior, Josh Pikus,
were great leaders for the rest of the boys on the team. Once you look past the seniors, there is one sophomore, Stephen Larson, three freshmen: Kevin Cronin, Mike Halligan, Ryan McFadden, and an eighth grader, Marcus Davis. These underclassmen are paving a great future for the boys XC program at Spa Catholic. Kevin Cronin, a second team all-league selection, tore his ACL at Schoharie (which was somewhat of a treacherous course), about two-thirds into the season. To have a shot at sharing the league title, without Kevin Cronin, made it a difficult task to do. In a similar way to the girls, the boys have five returning runners for next season, and not one will be a senior next fall, so with the addition of some future hopefuls coming into the
program, the Saints could be a formidable contender in the WAC. In a small school like Saratoga Catholic, students can participate in two sports in the same season, providing one is a non-contact sport. Three of the girls, Amelia Bielefeld and the two Mayer sisters, were also members of the Saints girls’ soccer team. Many times they would practice for cross country, then go on to practice soccer in the same day, and not once did I hear a complaint. I appreciate these young men and young women for what they did. When we practiced, we had light days and hard days, and there never was a question on what we were doing. They just did what I asked. There is a solidarity among the student body at the Broadway
school. They all support one another in their roles to represent the Saints of Saratoga Catholic. I feel it is a credit to the families, the teaching staff, the support staff and the kids. My hat goes off to Principal Steve Lombard and Director of Athletics Phonsey Lambert, for their leadership and dedication. I’m very proud of the students I was lucky enough to coach on this team. Therefore, my hypothetical selections for the Saratoga Today Cross Country All-Stars of 2014, I nominate the Saratoga Central Catholic boys and girls teams. Thanks to all of them and a big thanks to my unofficial assistant coach and team mom, Elaine Kenny, for she was a tremendous help to the team and to me!
The Boys Saints: Ryan MacFadden, Steve Larson (in back), Kevin Cronin, Josh Pikus, Marcus Davis (in back), Parker Johnson and Mike Halligan at the Ballston Spa Invitational. Photo provided by K. Halligan/2014
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SPORTS
Community Sports Bulletin 2014 Eclipse Award Finalists Announced In alphabetical order, the finalists are:
Horse of the Year:
Bayern, California Chrome, Main Sequence
2-Year-Old Male:
American Pharoah, Hootenanny, Texas Red
2-Year-Old Filly:
Condo Commando, Lady Eli, Take Charge Brandi
3-Year-Old Male:
Bayern, California Chrome, Shared Belief
3-Year-Old Filly:
Stophchargingmaria, Sweet Reason, Untapable
Older Male:
Main Sequence, Palace Malice, Wise Dan
Older Female:
Close Hatches, Dayatthespa, Don’t Tell Sophia
Male Sprinter:
Goldencents, Private Zone, Work All Week
Female Sprinter:
Artemis Agrotera, Judy the Beauty, Sweet Reason
Male Turf Horse:
Karakontie (JPN), Main Sequence, Wise Dan
Female Turf Horse:
Crown Queen, Dayatthespa, Stephanie’s Kitten
Steeplechase Horse:
Demonstrative, Divine Fortune, Makari (GB)
Owner:
Kaleem Shah, Midwest Thoroughbreds, Ken and Sarah Ramsey
Breeder:
Adena Springs, Ken and Sarah Ramsey, Winchell Thoroughbreds
Trainer:
LEXINGTON, KY. — Led by Horse of the Year candidates Bayern, California Chrome and Main Sequence, the National Thoroughbred Racing Association, “Daily Racing Form” and the National Turf Writers and Broadcasters announced the finalists for the 2014 Eclipse Awards Wednesday. In doing so, they recognize excellence in Thoroughbred racing Winners in 17 horse and human categories will be announced at the 44th annual Eclipse Awards dinner and ceremony, presented by “Daily
Send your sports stories or briefs to Brian Cremo, Sports Editor at brian@saratoga publishing.com
Racing Form,” Breeders’ Cup and The Stronach Group on Saturday evening, Jan. 17, at Gulfstream Park Racing & Casino in Hallandale Beach, Florida. Of the 280 eligible voters representing the NTRA, the NTWAB and the “Daily Racing Form,” 265 (94.6 percent) took part in this year’s voting. Finalists were determined in each category by voters’ top three selections, using a 10-5-1 point basis. Eclipse Award winners are determined solely by first place votes.
Bob Baffert, Chad Brown, Todd Pletcher
Jockey:
Javier Castellano, Joel Rosario, John Velazquez
Apprentice Jockey:
Angel Cruz, Taylor Rice, Drayden Van Dyke
In addition to honoring the 17 winners in the horse and human categories, longtime New York Racing Association track announcer Tom Durkin will receive the Eclipse Award of Merit and Old Friends Farm will be recognized with an Eclipse Special Award. Jose Arias will receive an Eclipse Award as the Handicapper of the Year. Members of the media will be honored for outstanding coverage in six categories. Tickets to The Eclipse Awards ceremony are on sale for $400 each or $4,000 for a table of 10. For reservations, please contact Michele Ravencraft of the NTRA at mravencraft@ntra.com or call (859) 422-2657. The Eclipse Awards will be televised live on HRTV.
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NY Giants’ Running Back Rashad Jennings to Appear at Center Telethon Rashad Jennings, running back with the New York Giants, will appear as a special sports guest at the 55th Annual Center for Disability Services Telethon on Sunday, Jan. 25. Jennings will sign autographs and meet fans at the UHY Sports LineUp located at the Holiday Inn Albany on Wolf Road from noon until 3 p.m. Jennings signed a 4-year contract with the New York Giants in March 2014. In the 2009 NFL draft, he was selected by the Jacksonville Jaguars and made his debut with the team. He spent the 2013 season with the Oakland Raiders before joining the Giants’ organization. Born in Forest, Virginia, Jennings attended Lynchburg Liberty Christian Academy and Liberty College. The New York Giants have a large fan base in Albany and have played a major part in the Center for Disability Services Telethon for years. Special guests from previous years include Andre Brown (2014), Martellus Bennett (2013), Hakeem Nicks (2012), Adam Koets (2011), Rich Seubert (2010), Steve Smith and Derrick Ward (2009) and Steve Smith (2008). The all live, all local telethon broadcast airs on FOX23 from noon to 7 p.m. The Center for Disability Services is known as the place where people get better at life. For more telethon information, go to www.cfdsny.org.
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Who Will Win Horse of the Year? L
ed by Horse of the Year candidates Bayern, California Chrome and Main Sequence, the National Thoroughbred Racing Association, “Daily Racing Form” and the National Turf Writers and Broadcasters announced the finalists for the 2014 Eclipse Awards Wednesday. The winners will be announced Jan. 17. Photos by NYRA.com
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