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RETURN TO ACTION Downtown’s Darling Donuts IN AUGUS T by Opal Jessica Bogdan Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA SPRINGS – The anticipated opening of Darling Doughnuts happened this past Wednesday, July 29. They were sold out by 11 a.m.

The new Broadway shop operates as a grab and go counter with limited outdoor seating. Owner Natascha Pearl-Mansman designed a rotating menu for the new location, which features ten different flavors of doughnuts each week. See Story pg. 12

Acoustic guitar used by The Who’s Pete Townshend while composing songs for the band’s “Tommy” album, and in the distance a drumkit belonging to Peter Criss of KISS, on display at the interactive Rock & Roll Hall of Fame exhibit, ”Part of the Machine: Rock & Pinball,” presented at Universal Preservation Hall.

by Thomas Dimopoulos Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA SPRINGS – With cautious regard for safety protocols in a COVID-19 world, a variety of entertainment-based events are starting to go live in and around the Saratoga region. These include a gallery opening, a fashion show and a world-class rock ‘n’ roll exhibition

in Saratoga Springs; a symphony orchestra drive-in performance series in Lake George, live concerts and movies in Ballston Spa, and a return to Shakespeare in the Park in Cambridge, among others. For details about these and other upcoming events, see our Arts & Entertainment section on pages 16 and 17, and the back cover, on page 28.

Photo by Thomas Dimopoulos. . See Story pg.. 16, 17, 28

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This Week’s Events:

Week of July 31 – August 6, 2020

JULY 24 - 31

FRIDAY, JULY 31

SUNDAY, AUGUST 2

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 5

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Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation Summer Stroll

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Wilton Wildlife Preserve, 80 Scout Rd., Gansevoort 10 a.m. – noon Catch and identify aquatic animals with environmental educators! Registration is required, no exceptions. Call 518-450-0321 or email info@wiltonpreserve.org. Participants will be limited so proper social distancing can be followed. Staff will sanitize all equipment. Pond Exploration Hours are Thursday and Friday through August 21, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

22 Annual Virtual Travers Wine Tasting Fundraiser Online at www.lifepathny.com | 6 p.m. Thousands of our most vulnerable neighbors have found themselves alone, with little to eat, and almost no way to socialize. We need your help to ensure that the vital work of LifePath can continue - meals can be delivered and programs to provide socialization are conducted. This year we’re going virtual! Please join us in the comfort of your own home, as we raise a glass for seniors to celebrate and support LifePath’s Annual Travers Wine Tasting. Your support will make a big difference in the lives of the older adults in the Capital District.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 1 Washington County Antique Fair Washington County Fairgrounds, 392 Old Schuylerville Rd., Greenwich | 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Come to the fairgrounds for the Antique Fair and Flea Market. With an average of 220 vendors, you will be sure to find what you are looking for. Sunday, August 2 hours are 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. For details, visit fairgroundshows.com.

North Broadway and Van Dam St., Saratoga Springs 10:30 a.m. The Good Life – North Broadway: Meet at the northwest corner of North Broadway and Van Dam Street (in front of Witt Construction). Executive Director of SSPF, Samantha Bosshart, will lead a tour of the grand Queen Annes along this famed corridor. Tickets must be purchased in advance and space is limited. Visit, saratogapreservation.org/ calendar/summer-strolls/

MONDAY, AUGUST 3 Movie Night at the Farm: Rocky (PG) Pitney Meadows Community Farm, 223 West Ave., Saratoga Springs, 7 p.m. Along with the movies ($10 per car), we’ve got local chefs cooking up amazing food, from small charcuterie boxes to vegetarian picnic boxes for four, and pulled-pork sandwiches, veggie skewers, ice cream sandwiches, and much more, plus cocktails and nonalcoholic beverages to keep you cool. And popcorn, of course! Movie begins at 8:45 p.m. We have space for only 150 cars, distanced for safety, so book now; tickets will go fast! Rain date: Wednesday 8/5. Get tickets and pre-order food here: secure.qgiv.com/for/pmn/

Saratoga Wilton Elks Club, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. For curbside pick-up only. Call Monday or Tuesday between 10 a.m. – noon to place an order, 518-584-2585. Menu: Roast pork, mashed potatoes, vegetable, stuffing, applesauce, gravy, and roll, tossed salad. Dinner for 2 $25 (cash only).

Poetry Night Caffe Lena Poetry Night Live Stream | 8 p.m. Recorded in the listening room and broadcast live for the community to enjoy. Picking up its regular slot on the first Wednesday of the month, Caffe Lena’s poetry night will feature our regular host, Carol Graser, and 3 local writers: D. Alexander Holiday, Marilynn McCabe and Elizabeth Gordon. For more information, visit www.caffelena.org.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 6 Ballston Spa Concerts in the Park Iron Spring Park, Front St., Ballston Spa | 6 – 8 p.m. The BSBPA presents the 2020 Concerts in the Park summer concert series in Iron Spring Park on Front Street. This free concert series is a signature summer event in Ballston Spa. It’s a great family friendly event made possible by the Ballston Spa Summer Event Sponsorship Fund. Bring your blanket & chairs to the park for a great evening of live music in the village! This week’s concert features the Union Fire Company Band.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 4 Lunchtime Concert Series Saratoga Senior Center, 5 Williams St., Saratoga Springs | Noon - 1 p.m. This week’s featured concert: Smokey Greene and the Greene Brothers. Free event. The Sea The Sea at Wiswall Park

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Gyms Still Facing Economic Hardship

by Opal Jessica Bogdan Saratoga TODAY

BALLSTON SPA – Nearly a month into Phase 4 of reopening New York and local gyms are still not allowed to open their doors. For one gym in Round Lake and Ballston Spa, those doors will never open. Global Express Fitness planned to open their doors to a new location in Malta in early January. With less than two months of being opened, the gym was forced to shut the doors at their previous location in Round Lake, with no plans to reopen them. “We did close our Round Lake location due to the impacts of COVID-19. We appreciate everyone who kept their membership during this time. Unfortunately because of the amount of people who decided to cancel, we just could not sustain both locations,” Express Fitness Owners wrote on Facebook. “Four months without a gym is unbelievable.” All workout equipment has moved to their new facility built in Malta. Any memberships will be valid at the new Malta location once they’re allowed to open their doors. Vent Fitness, a regionally owned gym, had to close their doors in downtown Saratoga on Broadway. Saratoga Peak Performance, a locally owned gym, wanted to open their doors in Phase 2, when “specialty gyms” were allowed to reopen. “For the time being, we will abide by the state guidelines for Phase 4 opening…It’s

putting myself and our great staff of personal trainers at great economic hardship and simply makes no sense when you consider the hundreds going into big-box retail stores daily, yet we can’t open with just eight clients,” Bryan Briddel, owner, wrote on Facebook. As of July 20, each of NY’s 10 regions have reached the final phase of the four-phase reopening process. To date, movie theaters, gyms, and gatherings with more than 50 people are not allowed. With outbreaks increasing around the country, Governor Andrew Cuomo has not mentioned a Phase 5 when the remaining industries will be allowed to reopen. The strength studio called Evolution Strength and Performance moved to the virtual world when the pandemic began, and their online on-demand training portal has been successful since. Not only did the gym change the face of its company, they also expanded the gym and rebranded themselves to be called Kettlebell Works. “Back in May we restructured everyone’s gym memberships. We made the decision to predominantly become a remote based business with minimal in-person work, and that’s our direction moving forward,” owner Chris Abbott said. The new studio is double the size of the old one, and has been ready to open since April. For fitness centers and gyms that cannot move classes and workouts online, moving outdoors is another option. The City of Saratoga

Springs’ Commissioner of Public Works Anthony Scirocco announced this week that Saratoga Springs based gyms, fitness trainers, and yoga studios are able to use Congress Park, High Rock Park, Geyser Road Veterans Memorial Park, and the Waterfront Park to host workout sessions without paying rental fees. The proposed rental and use policy was unanimously approved by the City Council at their July meeting. Gym classes and workout are not the only thing to move outside, as street dining has seen a massive increase this past month. The Village of Ballston Spa, downtown Saratoga Springs and Schuylerville announced this week they will expand outdoor seating options. Moving outdoors allows fitness centers to adhere to the general requirements of reopening and can help more gyms not close their doors permanently. In order for a business to reopen they must meet general requirements such as strict cleaning and sanitation, mandatory face masks for all employees and customers and coronavirus cases must be traced, tracked, and reported to regional public-health officials. Kettlebell Works is located at 26 Commons Blvd. in Clifton Park and can be reached at 518-235-3896. Global Express Fitness is located at 43 Round Lake Rd. in Ballston Spa and can be reached at 518-400-1428. Saratoga Peak Performance is located at 30 Gick Rd. in Saratoga and can be reached by phone at 518-505-9542.

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George Lawrence Greene SARASOTA, FL – George Lawrence Greene of Sarasota, FL, formerly of Smoke Rise, Kinnelon, NJ and Saratoga Springs passed away July 16, 2020. George was laid to rest at Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery, Friday July 24, 2020. Please visit burkefuneralhome.com

William Hartmann SARATOGA SPRINGS – William Hartmann, 81, passed away peacefully on July 22, 2020. A brief calling hour at the United Methodist Church, Saratoga Springs: 7/31/2020, 10-11 a.m. Donations to Alz.org in Bill’s name (team Bill’s Battalion) or Fort Hudson Foundation (forthudson.com) or 319 Broadway, Fort Edward, NY. Visit at .burkefuneralhome.com

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COURT Juan A. Vasquez, 46, of South Glens Falls, was arraigned and pleaded not guilty in Saratoga County Court July 24 to the felony charges murder in the second-degree, tampering with physical evidence, and the misdemeanor: criminal possession of a controlled substance.

POLICE Keegan Farrell, 20, of Greenfield Center, was charged July 21 in Saratoga Springs with felony burglary. Perry Dow, 56, of Lake Luzerne, was charged July 21 in Saratoga Springs with assault in the second-degree, criminal possession of a weapon in the fourthdegree, and menacing in the second-degree. Kelly Lion, 52, of Saratoga Springs, was charged July 21 with criminal possession of a controlled substance, and possession of a controlled substance in a non-original container. James Altamirano, 39, of Ballston Spa, was charged July 21 in Saratoga Springs with criminal trespass in the thirddegree, a misdemeanor. David Dechants, 32, of Saratoga Springs, was charged July 21 with aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle in the third-degree. Scott Brennen, 41, of East Syracuse, was charged July 23 in Saratoga Springs with the misdemeanors: criminal possession of a weapon, criminal possession of a controlled substance, criminal contempt, and the violations: improper license plates, operating an unregistered vehicle, inadequate plate lamp – equipment.

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Joseph Benford, 32, of Elgin, was charged July 24 in Saratoga Springs with misdemeanor DWI, and failure to use designated lane. Candace K. Myers, 46, of Milton, was charged July 22 with aggravated unlicensed operation-alcohol and driving while ability impaired by drugs, after State Police responded to a onecar motor vehicle accident on Lewis Road in Milton. When a Trooper arrived, they found that the vehicle had left the roadway and struck a tree. Witnesses at the scene observed the driver exit the vehicle and leave on foot. Troopers were able to identify the driver. Joseph H. Rogers, II, 31, of Granville, was charged July 26 with failing to report change of address or status within 10 days as a sex offender, and offering a false instrument for filing in the first-degree. He was sent to Saratoga County Jail in lieu of bail, or bond. Matthew Mackley, 41, of Saratoga Springs, was charged July 13 with criminal mischief in the second-degree, a felony. Chad Lang, 46, of Saratoga Springs, was charged July 13 with petit larceny misdemeanor. Sally Apolinsky, 22, of Saratoga Springs, was charged July 14 criminal tampering, possession of graffiti instruments, and making graffiti. All charges are misdemeanors.

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BUILD BUNK BEDS FOR CHILDREN

Please join us on Saturday, August 8 to build bunk beds for children at St. Luke’s on the Hill, 40 McBride Rd., Mechanicville, 8 a.m. set up, 9 a.m. build. Sleep in Heavenly Peace is a group of volunteers dedicated to finding those children who are sleeping on the floor or otherwise unwanted conditions and delivering hand-built bunk beds free of charge. Come be a part of the teams building bunk beds for children.

LIVE CHAMBER MUSIC BENEFIT A Benefit at SPAC’s Pines Pavilion on Friday, August 28 and repeated Sunday, August 30. Both concerts start at 3 p.m. You are invited to join the Saratoga Chamber Players for a LIVE chamber music experience at the Pines, SPAC’s new open-air, covered pavilion. The concert is a benefit in support of SCP’s musicians. Tickets are $50 and must be purchased in advance online at eventbrite.com/o/saratogachamber-players-25178185141

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First come-first served. In order to provide an intimate musical experience, to offer shelter from the weather, and maintain appropriate social distancing, there will be a strict limit of 25 attendees at each performance. For more information visit, www.saratogachamberplayers.org.

9TH ANNUAL JANE AUSTEN RETREAT Join the Jane Austen Society North America (JASNA)-New York Capital Region for the 9th Annual Jane Austen Retreat at Wiawaka Retreat Center for Women on Lake George, New York, on August 28-30.

Participants will join scholars and enthusiasts in exploring Austen’s world through facilitated discussions, viewing and discussion of a filmed adaptation of “Lady Susan,” and special sessions led by the featured presenters, concluding with a Box Hill Picnic. The cost of retreat attendance is $25 for JASNA members and $30 for non-members. To register for the retreat, please make check payable to JASNA NYS Capital Region and send to: JASNA NYCR, c/o Nancy Duell, 56 Fifth St., Glens Falls, NY 12801. For additional information on the Retreat, contact Nancy at 1 (518) 321-1887 or ardhn23@netscape.net.

Free Online Event: Women-Owned Small Business Federal & NY State Certification Webinar

The U.S. Small Business Administration’s (SBA) Syracuse District, and SCORE present an update webinar on SBA’s WomenOwned Small Business (WOSB) and New York State’s WomenOwned Enterprise (WBE) certification programs. The free online event will take place 10 a.m. on Thursday, Aug. 6. SCORE is a nonprofit association dedicated to helping small businesses get off the ground, grow and achieve their goals through education

and mentorship for more than 50 years. The Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) Federal Contracting certification process is changing, and the new certification will be required as of Oct. 15. Applications can be submitted using the new process starting in July. Becoming certified for the WOSB program means your business is eligible to compete for WOSB Federal Contracting Program set-aside contracts.

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NEWS BRIEFS Mark Lawson Antiques Lands $20,000 Sale on Chinese Bronze Censer

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SARATOGA SPRINGS – Local antiques specialist and auctioneer Mark Lawson secured an exceptional result in the sale of an antique Chinese bronze censer for his long-time client Jim Kambrich, the recently retired anchor for WNYT Channel 13 News. The bronze censer had come down through Kambrich’s family from his grandparents and was among the items Jim and his wife Susan sold through Mark Lawson Antiques in an effort to downsize and move after Jim’s retirement. The censer was about 11 inches tall and took the form of a “foo dog,” the mythical Chinese

guardian lion that typically stands in front of Imperial palaces. An initial sale price for this piece was $300 to $500. When the gavel finally fell, the sale price was $20,000. Remarkably, this kind of thing happens regularly with the sale of good quality Chinese antiques to a new and growing population of native Chinese collectors. Mark Lawson Antiques is currently cataloguing its next sale, a live auction with online-only bidding scheduled for Aug. 1, 2020. Live previews will be held on July 30 and 31. Please see marklawsonantiques.com for details.

Healing Springs Recovery Center Recipient of Fundraiser for Fentanyl and Overdose Awareness SARATOGA SPRINGS – On Tuesday, July 14, 2020, Eddie F’s Eatery held their first Annual Fundraiser called “For the Love of Eddie, and Meggie, Too!” The day symbolizes the one year passing of the Fazzone family, owners of Eddie F’s, son Eddie and one of their team members Meg. Both were lost to a fentanyl overdose. The Fazzone family chose to celebrate their lives by giving back to the community they love and raise awareness of the dangers of fentanyl on the streets and inspire courage to those battling addiction. They donated 30 percent of the take for the day and

their staff donated their time and all tips for the day. The event raised over $11,000, which was donated to Healing Springs Recovery Community and Outreach Center, a program of The Prevention Council of Saratoga County. Healing Springs Recovery Center is located at The Mill at 125 High Rock Avenue in Saratoga Springs. and every month helps several hundred local individuals and families with loved ones struggling with addiction. “Since March, our services are online and held outside, with referrals and connections being made daily…and all our programs are free,” said Lillian McCarthy, center director.

Week of July 31 – August 6, 2020

The Marylou Whitney Collection Auction To Benefit The Saratoga Backstretch Clinic Kicks Off

SARATOGA SPRINGS – The online event many have been waiting for has started. The Marylou Whitney Collection Auction offers diverse purchasing opportunities for anyone who wishes to have a personal remembrance of the philanthropic icon known as the Queen of Saratoga. The auction benefits the new building that will be the future home of the backstretch medical

clinic operated at Saratoga Race Course by Saratoga Hospital and the Backstretch Employee Service Team. Originally, the auction list featured Marylou’s 1985 red Jaguar XJ6; however, upon inspection it has been removed and replaced with her “Kentucky Jaguar,” a 1992 XJS Convertible in British Racing Green with tan leather interior, featuring a V12 Engine and under 36,000 miles. The action began on July 27 and will continue through Saturday, Aug. 1, at 11:59 p.m. Bidding and “Buy It Now” options will be available. All are encouraged to register in advance by visiting marylouwhitney collection.com.

2020 Saratoga Balloon and BBQ Festival Canceled BALLSTON SPA – With a sense of resignation at the inevitability of no mass gatherings during pandemic of COVID-19, the organizers of this fun, family festival have reluctantly cancelled this years event. Initially scheduled for June 19 to 21 at the Saratoga County Fairgrounds, the event was pushed to August 14 to 16, hoping for a break from the onslaught from the coronavirus. However, there was no such luck. While the promoters regret the circumstances surrounding

the cancellation, they are optimistic about hosting the event in 2021 at the Fairgrounds. They hope for a vaccine to pave the way back to a semblance of normalcy by next spring. According to Todd Monahan, the balloon meister, “we already have 30 balloons lined up for 2021. They are all psyched to come to Saratoga to fly here again.” To keep informed about the Saratoga Balloon and BBQ Festival, check on the website www.balloonandbbq.com.

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Born in 1927, Gallant Fox raced from 1929 to 1930. He was owned by William Woodward Sr. and trained by the great “Sunny Jim” Fitzsimmons. Of his seventeen races he won eleven. In 1930 he won the Triple Crown, the first official horse to do so. Earning him the title “The Father of the Triple Crown,” after his win they did also give the honor to Sir Barton who had won all three legs of the crown in 1919, before there was a Triple Crown. In that same year he ran ten races and won nine of them. His only loss was in Saratoga Springs at the Travers Stakes to a Dark Horse named Jim Dandy. That day Gallant Fox went off as the favorite and Jim Dandy at the longshot with odds of 100-1, but the course was wet and heavy, a favorite for Jim Dandy, and Gallant Fox broke out too fast at the beginning. He wound up coming in second, eight lengths behind Jim Dandy, another great upset in Saratoga, “The Graveyard of Champions.” Gallant Fox retired to Claiborne Farms where he sired great horses including two Hall of Fame horses Omaha and Granville. Marianne Barker and Maddy Zanetti are Co-Owners of The Dark Horse Mercantile and Impressions of Saratoga in Downtown Saratoga Springs. The Dark Horse brand is all about overcoming the odds and believing in yourself even if you are not the favorite. There are so many interesting Dark Horse stories both in and out of horse racing we wanted to share them with our friends who read the Saratoga TODAY family of publications… Stay tuned for weekly updates throughout the summer!

Week of July 31 – August 6, 2020

Saratoga County 4-H Announces Winners of Youth Video Challenge BALLSTON SPA – Saratoga 4-H staff delivered trophies to winners of the Youth Video Challenge for the Virtual Saratoga County Fair. 4-H members were asked to submit videos about the animal species they would typically bring to the Saratoga County Fair. The Video challenge provided youth an opportunity to showcase their animals and knowledge of the species they care for. Educators and animal science professionals judged the videos on Wednesday, July 22 and winners were awarded on Thursday the 24. The Saratoga County Fair is the most anticipated event of the year for 4-H members. Youth work year round to breed, care for, and prepare their animals to be shown at this annual event. In the past, around 200 youth across the county participate in animal shows, species including: dairy cattle, beef cattle, horses, rabbits, sheep, goats and more.

Youth and their animals are judged for cleanliness, animal confirmation, genetics, and other aspects of animal health. The cancelation of the Saratoga County Fair was devastating, yet youth came together to exhibit their animal in a fun and educational way. The Youth Video Challenge for the Virtual Saratoga County Fair had three categories, Cloverbud, ages 8 and under, Jr., ages 9-12, and Sr., ages 13-18. Cloverbuds receive participation awards and first, second and third place trophies were given to the top three videos submitted.

Congrats to our winners! Despite the County Fair being canceled, Saratoga County 4-H has been working to create and renew our diverse educational opportunities to fit the changing educational climate. For more information about 4-H Animal Science opportunities, please contact Brieanna Hughes at bh548@ cornell.edu or visit our website at ccesaratoga.org.

Trophy Winners are as follows: SENIOR DIVISION: First- Kohlby Himelrick with his Goat Second- Julia Bodien with her Rabbit Third- Collin Anderson with his Sheep JUNIOR DIVISION First- Eva Anderson with her Rabbit

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DR. TIMOTHY BROOKS, Transformative Force in Emergency Medicine, Retires by Staff

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Saratoga Hospital’s Dr. Timothy Brooks retires July 31 as medical director, chair and chief of emergency medicine. During his 30+ years here, Dr. Brooks transformed emergency medicine at the hospital and emergency preparedness throughout Saratoga County.

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Two months before Dr. Timothy Brooks was set to retire as medical director, chair and chief of emergency medicine at Saratoga Hospital, COVID-19 struck New York City. “We saw what was happening—and that it could happen here,” Dr. Brooks said. “I couldn’t in good faith walk away.” Instead, he stayed for what would become some of the most challenging months of his morethan-30-year career. As he’d done so many times since coming here in 1987, Dr. Brooks helped lead the hospital and community response. Now, with COVID-19 numbers down throughout the region and systems in place to identify, treat and protect patients and staff, Dr. Brooks can move ahead with his plans. He retires July 31 with the respect, admiration and gratitude of patients,

medical and emergency response professionals, organizations and officials throughout the region. Those who know Dr. Brooks weren’t surprised that he put the community first. “In many ways, Dr. Brooks is a rock that we built the hospital on,” said Dr. Richard Falivena, vice president and chief medical and physician integration officer at Saratoga Hospital. “He has been instrumental in helping us launch almost every clinical program we offer. We can’t overstate his impact.” Making a difference for millions If you’ve received emergency medical care, been an inpatient at Saratoga Hospital, or visited one of its urgent care centers, Dr. Brooks has made a difference in your care. He’s also informed public health policy and decisions in Saratoga Springs and Saratoga County, and he’s been instrumental in bringing people together to improve emergency preparedness.

“After 9/11 we realized we had to change our approach,” Dr. Brooks recalled. “We formed a countywide committee and developed plans for managing mass-casualty situations, including biological warfare and pandemics. We’ve been meeting quarterly ever since.” The committee, which Dr. Brooks chaired from its inception until his retirement, included dozens of health and safety officials. It also caught the attention of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, which asked Dr. Brooks to serve as a consultant on educating physicians on bioterrorism. “He is so respected, within and outside the hospital,” said Ann Marie Cross, MS, RN, administrative director for emergency and urgent care services at Saratoga Hospital. “People know who he is, what he’s done, and how much he cares about everyone.” Ms. Cross and Dr. Brooks were “a tag team” for 11 years. She attributes his impact to a combination of exceptional clinical skills and bedside manner, a genuine love of teaching and mentoring, and a fundamental belief in collaboration. “He knew that what we did in the Emergency Department would affect other providers and departments, so he always involved them in the decisionmaking,” Ms. Cross said. “He set the stage for so much of what we do,” she added. “He was constantly striving to improve care, and that affected the way we develop protocols, learn from every experience, and collaborate to do what’s best for our patients. “That’s not going to change,” Ms. Cross said. “It will be his legacy.

NEWS

Week of July 31 – August 6, 2020

Planning today for tomorrows retirement The economic collapse of 2008 taught harsh lessons about the potential for portfolio losses and how that could derail one’s retirement plans. When there’s volatility in the market, it’s natural to worry about your retirement nest egg. Actions taken today can affect your financial security tomorrow, so let’s map out a strategy that includes guarantees that may help ease concerns despite fluctuations in the stock market. Annuities can help. When used correctly annuities can be powerful long-term retirement planning tools by helping to create an income stream for life. Annuity payments can be received monthly, quarterly, annually or in

a lump sum, and have tax deferral benefits. Variable annuities allow investors to potentially grow assets in the market, with the opportunity to add optional guarantee features for an additional fee that provide downside protection. Younger investors planning for retirement may be interested in the growth potential of a variable annuity. Some providers like New York Life offers certain variable annuities with an option called an accumulation benefit rider which provide principal protection over a chosen holding period. This means that at least the initial premium is guaranteed at the end of the holding period, helping to address volatility concerns.

Income annuities are known for their efficiency in generating guaranteed lifetime income. Other than a pension and Social Security, a guaranteed income annuity can also produce a lifetime payment stream. It is like getting a “paycheck” for life. With a guaranteed income annuity, you can have peace of mind with the knowledge that you’ll have a steady retirement income to help with basic expenses in retirement, while weathering market volatility. While investors may react differently to fluctuations in the market, many can benefit from working with a trusted financial professional to support the retirement planning process. Let’s schedule a meeting to talk through worst case scenarios, your tolerance for risk and any other changes to your financial picture that necessitates refining your current approach. Together we can put a plan in place that will help you live out the retirement of your dreams.

Important disclosures: Guarantees are based on the claims‐paying ability of the issuer. For variable annuities, guarantees do not apply to monies allocated to the variable investment options as they are subject to market risk and will fluctuate in value. Annuities contain certain fees, risks, limitations and restrictions. Investors should speak to a financial professional for costs and complete details This educational article is provided as a courtesy by Barry J. Bruno, CLU(CA Insurance Lic. # OB65966) and ChFC, and Daniel D. Bruno, Agents, New York Life Insurance Company (NY, NY) and Registered Representatives of NYLIFE Securities LLC (member FINRA, SIPC) 7 Court Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866, (518)587-9295, a Licensed Insurance Agency and New York Life Company. To learn more about the information or topics discussed, please call Bruno & Bruno Financial Services LLC and ask for Barry or Dan at 518.587.9295 or email: barry@

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Week of July 31 – August 6, 2020

Saratoga Celebrates Anniversary of Americans With Disabilities Act Signing, Aim Services by Thomas Dimopoulos Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA

SPRINGS

leaders alike gathered to celebrate the 30th Anniversary of the Americans With Disabilities Act, and the work of AIM Services at the Garden Tent at the Adelphi Hotel on July 27. Americans

with

Disabilities Act, or ADA, was signed into law on July 26, 1990 by Pres. George H.W. Bush and prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in all areas of public life, and gives civil rights protections to those individuals - similar to those provided to individuals on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, age, and religion. “The ADA is a dramatic renewal not only for those with disabilities but for all of us,” June MacClelland, senior director and chief compliance officer of AIM Services, Inc., told the crowd assembled for the gathering. This historic act was the world’s first comprehensive declaration of equality for people with disabilities. A table adjacent to the speaker’s podium displayed a handful of signed citations, proclamations and certificates marking the 30th anniversary of the Americans with

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recognizing the work by AIM Services.

services to people with physical and

State representatives and local

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transition or diversion. “It has become one of the largest agencies providing support

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individuals with diverse abilities in upstate New York,” MacClelland said, adding that the goal is in “supporting people in reaching their own personal goals and their own personal dreams.” Onethird of all families in the United States are impacted by disability, according to the organization. “We as a city and as a community

have

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much, but we still share the responsibility to eliminate all barriers – physical, emotional, healthrelated and spiritual, to ensure all of us have the opportunity to live as enriched members of our own community,” MacClelland said.

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committed to this challenge and it is a challenge every single day.”

The event launched the

organization’s weeklong “Croquet Off the Green” - a reimagined fundraising activity to comply with the realities and rules of the COVID19 pandemic runs through Aug. 2 and secured the participation of more than 30 Saratoga Springs businesses. For more information about those activities, go to: aimservicesinc. org/events/croquet/.

Citation marking the 30th anniversary of the Americans With Disabilities Act, at event marking the anniversary held at the Garden Tent at the Adelphi Hotel on July 27.

NEWS

Week of July 31 – August 6, 2020

Homemade Donut Shop Grand Opening Continued from front page... Pearl-Mansman creates all her donuts from scratch. She uses brioche style dough, which creates a yeast raised donut. The brioche style gives PearlMansman a neutral base that allows her to get creative with her donut flavors. “I have really simply natural recipes and there is actually no sugar in the dough itself, just enough to get the yeast to rise. All of the flavor comes from the glazes and the toppings. And all the glazes and the toppings are made with real fruit and real nuts. Even the cake glazes that I do, such as funfetti, has actual cake that’s in the glaze,” PearlMansman previously said. The new menu offers full size doughnuts for $3.74 each, mini doughnuts for $2 each and a recent addition of “box of holes” that sells 12 holes for $6. Doughnut flavors range from

fruity to savory and all flavors can be found online. Some menu flavors include: café latte, espresso and cream glazed doughnut with a latte art design; banana split, banana glazed and topped with chocolate banana chips; and even a pizza doughnut, topped with san marzano tomatoes, fresh mozzarella and pesto, then baked until bubbly. “The biggest compliment that I get from people is that it really tastes like you say it will. My donuts taste like what I say it will because that’s what I used to make them,” Pearl-Mansman said. Darling Doughnuts can be reached by phone at 518-430-2018 or email at darlingdoughnuts@gmail. com. The shop is located at 441 Broadway, Saratoga Springs. Her website is darlingdoughnuts.com.

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Week of July 31 – August 6, 2020

NEWS BRIEFS

Michael Dubb built 7,500 downstate homes. Why he sees opportunity in Saratoga Springs From the Albany Business Review SARATOGA SPRINGS – Mike Dubb and his Beechwood Organization spent 35 years building 7,500 downstate homes. For the first time in his career, Dubb is starting to build homes in Saratoga Springs, less than three miles from Saratoga Race Course, the thoroughbred racetrack he has been visiting since he was 17-years-old. Dubb and Beechwood outlined details of the 53 homes they are building at the Oak Ridge development between the track and Saratoga Lake. Homes will range in size between 2,200 square feet and more than 6,000 square feet. They will be priced in the $850,000 to $2 million-plus range. Now, Dubb is looking at other properties around the city for future projects. He is convinced the Covid-19 pandemic will only increase the number of downstate New York and New Jersey residents who are

Marylou Whitney Gravesite Honored SARATOGA SPRINGS – The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR) Saratoga Chapter honored Marylou Whitney today by placing a NSDAR marker at her gravesite. Whitney loved the Daughters of the American Revolution. She was proud to be a member and was an avid supporter.

interested in moving to or building a second home in Saratoga. “I know people prior to Covid who were saying, ‘I want a better life or I want a town and something not so dense as New York City and the surrounding suburbs,’” Dubb said. “Home has taken on a new importance with people because of Covid.” The founder of Beechwood Organization secured the remaining 53 lots at Oak Ridge from Jeffrey Snyder and Oak Ridge Development in April after looking at the 135-plus acre site on a whim in October. “I really wasn’t looking to develop in Saratoga,” Dubb said. The pastoral setting off Meadowbrook and Dyer Switch roads and the ability to construct four-, five- and six-bedroom homes with large porches, high-end finishes and garages tucked behind the houses caught his attention. Dubb sees the Oak Ridge by Beechwood project as a way to recreate what he describes

as the “old Saratoga” architecture that exists along North Broadway and Union Avenue. He expects the 53 homes will sell over the next three to four years, and he is not worried that the coronavirus pandemic and economic slowdown will jeopardize the project. “Covid and the economic effects cannot take away the beauty and desirability of Saratoga,” Dubb said. “We may lose some restaurants and hotels. A few individuals may struggle. Long term, Saratoga is too strong ... One or two economic rough years does not a town make.” Dubb, 64, started visiting Saratoga Springs as a teenager and became heavily involved in thoroughbred racing over the years. He is a seven-time leading owner at Saratoga Race Course and serves on the board of the New York Racing Association, the nonprofit that manages the track. Dubb and Beechwood also are currently building a daycare

13 center in Saratoga Springs that will be donated for use by children of the backstretch workers at Saratoga Race Course. They constructed and donated a similar facility at the Belmont Park thoroughbred track nearly 20 years ago.

Dubb, who has owned a home in Saratoga Springs for 10 years, remains bullish in the track and Saratoga Springs despite the fact that the pandemic is preventing Saratoga Race Course to operate without fans for the first time this year.

BUSINESS

Week of July 31 – August 6, 2020

Local Pet Sitting Service Re-Invents Itself by Opal Jessica Bogdan Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS – In order to keep her business surviving through the pandemic, Happy Hound Pet Sitting Service owner Kathy Lovelace completely reinvented herself and the business. Knowing dogs love social contact more than most people do, Lovelace wanted to continue her dog sitting and walking service to her clients. To achieve this, Lovelace first became COVID-certified by Pet Sitters International. In order to become certified, Lovelace learned about COVID-19 and how to not only protect herself but those around her as well.

“I learned all about the virus and the best ways to avoid it,” Lovelace said. “I want to keep my clients and their pets safe. I have also educated myself on the local regulations, such as stay at home orders, to know specifically how everything can impact our local area.” Pet Sitters International is an international educational association for professional pet sitters based in North California. The pet-sitting association represents nearly 7,000 independent professionals, Lovelace being one of them. After becoming certified, she made some modifications to her daily routine as well as her business. Previously, Lovelace would meet and great clients and their pets inside. However, she

recently changed the meet and greet to be outdoors with masks and staying socially distanced. “For home visits, if the client is home they will stay social distanced with a mask or they agree to go into a separate room into their home. Sometimes they’re home because, well, they’re working from home. While I’m in the home, I wear a mask and while walking the dogs, I simply stay socially distanced,” Lovelace said. She now enforces a strict hand washing routine as well and asked all clients to complete a COVID-19 form, asking recent travel, contact and quarantine questions. Her clients only have to fill it out once, and will sign to agree to report any changes on the form. Despite making those multiple changes, Lovelace still faces a challenge: clients working from home. “I feel that the challenge is that I have established some nice clients who I really miss. Now, more and more people are working from home, so I’m not seeing my clients as much. I would see their dogs up to five times a week sometimes and I have became attached to them,” Lovelace said.

Photo courtesy of Kathy Lovelace

She believes that if other independent businesses adopt similar methods, they can be successful as well. However, one benefit to owning a professional dog service is that adoption rate has increased these past months. “Pet adoption and dog ownership has gone way up. Adoption has helped bring

sunshine into homes and it’s a great to see,” Lovelace said. “At the end of the day we are all in this together and we’ll make any and all changes as we need to.” Lovelace can be reached by phone at 518-583-6561 and is located at 72 Waterview Drive in Saratoga Springs. To learn more about Lovelace and her business, visit www.petsit.com/ p et-sitter-s aratoga-spr ingsny-happy-hound-pet-sittingservice-llc

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Stewart’s Shops debuts North Country prototype store

From the Albany Business Review

PORT HENRY – Stewart’s Shops Corp. opened its north country prototype store model Wednesday in Port Henry with an expanded lineup of beef, potatoes, fruit and frozen food. The prototype is part of a two-year, $25 million investment focused on communities with limited access to groceries and produce. The 4,200-square-foot, $2.3 million shop on South Main Street is located on the western banks of Lake Champlain on the same property where Mac’s Market operated the community’s only grocery store until going out of business in September. The Covid-19 pandemic has accelerated the need for retailers to play a bigger role in rural upstate communities where grocery stores for the past decade have been finding it harder to survive. “We have seen the explosion of grocery, frozen foods and nonfoods,” said Chad Kiesow,

Stewart’s vice president of facilities. “With what we are going through with Covid, people are relying on us more for a bigger breadth of product than your typical convenience store.” Stewart’s, which operated a 3,000-square-foot shop next door, purchased the former Mac’s Market site for $737,100 a couple weeks after the grocery store closed. The additional space allowed Stewart’s to add lettuce, strawberries, mushrooms, frozen ground beef, potatoes and an extended line of frozen vegetables, lasagna, paper towels, dog food and other non-grocery products. The Port Henry store is part of what Stewart’s Shops president Gary Dake and chairman Bill Dake have described as a prototype or laboratory to help the company determine the best way to serve North Country communities where residents have to drive for 20 to 30 minutes to reach the nearest supermarket.

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Summer Goat Yoga Events for 2020 Reservations

Saratoga Center for the Family Hosts Silent Auction SARATOGA SPRINGS – Saratoga Center for the Family is hosting a silent auction that began on July 27 and will run until 5 p.m. Aug. 1. Community members and organizations donated all items that will be auctioned. All proceeds raised will support the Center for the Family. The support helps Saratoga Center for the Family provide much needed mental health, advocacy, and educational programming to children and families who otherwise would not be able to afford these services. To register for the auction go to biddingowl.com. The Center for the Family is located at 359 Ballston Avenue and can be reached at (518) 587-8008 or saratogacff.org.

MIDDLE GROVE – Come join the herd from Into The Woods Farm and NY Goat Yoga In The Woods and their yoga instructor Christine Riccio for a blend of gentle flow and vinyasa flow yoga in the warm spring sunshine in the woods. Goats, yoga and nature, a triple threat to de-stress, combined together are a great way to break from a normal mindset and reap the benefits of animal and laughter therapy and yoga. Open to yogis of every skill level, Goat Yoga In The Woods NY is not a typical yoga class but still offers a relaxing form of beginner level yoga. The event is guaranteed to involve smiles and laughter. Current available dates include July 31, Aug. 7, 20, and 27.

The Nigerian Dwarf Goats are just the right size to snuggle into a lap or take a nap on a mat as you move through the certified instructor Riccio’s guidance. Goat yoga allows guests to step outside of their everyday routine and remind them to not take life so seriously. Reservations can be made online and cash will be accepted at the door. For more information and dates www.intothewoodsfarmny. com/goat-yoga. To reserve your spot go to intothewoodsfarmny.com, email intothewoodsfarm@gmail.com or the link below eventbrite.com/e/ goat-yoga-in-the-woods-foreveryone-tickets-107495213076.

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Entertainment

Live - Lake George Music Festival “Drive-In” Series to take place in September by Thomas Dimopoulos Saratoga TODAY

LAKE GEORGE – Accomplished world soloists, graduates of Juilliard, Curtis, Yale, Rice University, Carnegie Mellon, and members of major orchestras such as the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra, Malaysian Philharmonic, and the Buffalo Philharmonic will perform at the Lake George Music Festival “Drive-In” Series Sept. 19-20. Attendees are encouraged to watch the performance from their car/truck, or bring a chair to place within arm’s length of their vehicle. Performances will be visually enhanced with large screen video and audiences will have the option of listening to the amplified performance, or tuning into a high quality and synced audio feed (FM radio) to play through their car’s sound system. The program will feature Beethoven Quintet for Piano and Winds, Schubert “Trout” Quintet, Rubinstein Octet Op.9, and more.

The event takes place at the Charles R. Wood Park - Lake George Festival Commons, at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 19 and Sunday, Sept. 20. From organizers: We will begin parking cars at 6 p.m. Cars will be parked every other car and in single rows to comply with physical distancing recommendations. We encourage guests to arrive with members of your household. Early entry will not be permitted. We encourage attendees to use the restroom prior to arrival; however, we will have sanitized restrooms on site. The entire process will be “touchless.” Those who order

their passes online will have no contact with festival staff or musicians. We will simply check you in and direct you where to park. Cars will be directed to vacate the premises immediately after curtain and will not be allowed to linger. Passes for each concert sold at $25 per vehicle. Vehicles may contain the legal limit of individuals. Passes will be sold online in advance (recommended) or at the gate. Concertprogramswillbedistributed digitally on the large screen or available to view on your Smartphone or Tablet. For more information and to purchase passes, go to: lakegeorgemusicfestival.com.

Week of July 31 – August 6, 2020

THOROUGHBRED RETIREMENT FOUNDATION TO HOST “BBQ at the Barn”Fundraiser Aug. 11

SARATOGA SPRINGS The Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation (TRF) will host a reimagined “TRF BBQ at the Barn” summer fundraiser 4 – 7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. at The Saratoga Winery. This year’s BBQ will be carry-out with a twist. Guests will drive thru the grounds to enjoy a TRF “Experience” with miniature ponies, racing celebrities, goodies for the kids, and a special appearance by Joey, the TRF Herd Ambassador, who will be returning to Saratoga from the TRF Second Chances Program at Wallkill. The event will feature BBQ from Barnsider BBQ in Lake George; a TRF Specialty cocktail created by the Winery; and locally made pies from Mourningkill Bake Shop. Items will be individually ordered online for carryout (only). Proceeds from the event will benefit the hundreds of TRF horses in the organization’s national herd. The Saratoga Winery is located at 462 NY-29 in Saratoga Springs. Tickets and donation options available by visiting the TRF website at www.trfinc.org/ event/bbq-at-the-barn-2020/ . Founded in 1983, the Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation is a national organization devoted to saving Thoroughbred horses no

longer able to compete at the racetrack from possible neglect, abuse and slaughter. As the oldest Thoroughbred rescue in the country, the TRF provides sanctuary to retired Thoroughbreds throughout their lifetime. For more information visit: www.trfinc.org.

SPA CITY SINGERSONGWRITER GARNERS NPR RECOGNITION SARATOGA SPRINGS Indie Folk and soul singer-songwriter Leah Woods recognized by NPR as one of the Top Entries to the 2020 Tiny Desk Contest. Woods, who is from Saratoga Springs, was selected by Tarik Moody, Director of Digital Strategy and on-air music host, for feature on NPR’s “Top Shelf ” a unique online concert series dedicated to presenting hand -picked artists through a lens that most viewers have never experienced before. Over 900 performances have been streamed on their page, gathering millions of views from all around the world. “I felt honored to be selected for the top shelf series,” said Woods. “I went into the contest thinking ‘well why not, it can only help’ but I never thought my submission would truly stand out like this. When I found out I was selected, I couldn’t stop smiling. At the same time there is so much happening in the world that it’s hard to fully appreciate something like this. I keep listening to those around me and striving for change, hoping that more listeners will help me spread ideas of love and equality, to heal the world and make it a safer place for all.” Leah Woods’ music is found on Spotify, Youtube, & Apple Music, and her performance may be viewed at: youtube.com/ watch?v=H-Xo9ZyZyiA

Week of July 31 – August 6, 2020

Arts & 17 Entertainment

Haute Messes in Dresses

Host Outdoor Saratoga Fashion Show Aug. 6 by Thomas Dimopoulos Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS Haute Messes in Dresses, launched last year by personal shoppers and stylists Nicole Nicholas and Randi Poillon, is hosting Make Chic Happen. The outdoor fashion show will showcase a collection of wardrobe staples to dress up or

dress down any outfit for work or social event. Saratoga boutiques featured include: Lola, Yellow Boutique, Violet’s and Piper. Space is limited due to COVID-19 guidelines and regulations. Tickets are $40 and can be purchased online at www. h aut e m e s s e s i n d re s s e s . c om . Price includes admission, a custom designed graphic tee and

Iron Spring Park on Front Street. The free outdoor Movies in the Park will screen the animated films “Abominable” on Aug. 7 and “Toy Story 4” on Sept. 4. Movies are shown in Wiswall Park on Front Street at dusk (approximately 8:30 p.m.). Rain dates are the following Saturday evening. These events are contingent on public gathering restrictions currently in place. Social distancing measures, face masks and limited capacity in the parks for concert and movie spectators are required and will be followed.

Shakespeare in the Park Returns to Hubbard Hall

Limited to 80 audience members per performance, admission is $15 per person and audience must register online in advance. Go to: hubbardhall.org. Hubbard Hall is located at 25 East Main St., Cambridge.

CAMBRIDGE - Hubbard Hall Center for the Arts and Education is staging a limited run of Shakespeare’s “All’s Well That Ends Well” on its great lawn behind Hubbard Hall. An eight-person cast will perform a 90-minute version of a rarely seen Shakespeare comedy, with social distancing in mind. Directed by David Snider. Shows will be staged at 6:30 p.m. and run Tuesday-Saturday, Aug. 4-8, rain or shine under a big tent. Bring your own blankets, chairs and food; Masks required for audience and actors, with the cast amplified for clarity, social distancing enforced.

Reopens for August

signature cocktail provided by The Palette Café. Haute Messes in Dresses offers custom graphic pieces for purchase and will be available at its pop-up shop on location. The event takes place 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 6 at 493 Broadway - The Palette Café – outdoors.

August Return of Concerts, Movies in Ballston Spa BALLSTON SPA – In accordance with New York State safety protocols, the Ballston Spa Business and Professional Association will present a series of free summer events this month. The Concerts in the Park Series will present concerts on Aug. 6 (Union Fire Company Band), Aug. 13 (The Lustre Kings), Aug. 20 (The Bluebillies) and Aug. 27 (Ballston Spa Community Band). Concerts will be held from 6-8 p.m. outside in Lions Music Park at the historic

Saratoga Arts

Event safety plans are posted on the concert and movie webpages on the BSBPA’s website, Ballston. org. The Ballston Spa Farmers’ Market continues to be held Thursdays from 3-6:30 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. in Wiswall Park through the end of September. Vendors are properly spaced; masks are required for vendors and customers and social distancing is implemented. Hand sanitizer will be available to the public at all events.

Saratoga Arts celebrates reopening Aug. 1.

SARATOGA SPRINGS - On Aug. 1, the public will be able to visit The Arts Center Gallery at Saratoga Arts, which has been closed since mid-March due to the Covid-19 pandemic. The first show presented to the public in its physical form after such a lengthy hiatus was selected in support of Black Lives Matter and racial equity in the arts. “We want to provide a platform in this crucial moment in history to celebrate the artistic achievements and lift the voices of Artists of Color in New York’s Capital Region,” reads a statement issued by the organization.

Covid-19 social distancing protocols will be in place. Guests will be required to wear a mask to enter our space. Guests will also be required to sign in and sanitize their hands upon arrival. No public restrooms will be available. Note that besides Saturday, Aug. 1 for the first day of the Black + Indigenous ARTISTS of Color Matter! pop up exhibition – which runs 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. – the gallery will be open 10 a.m.- 3 p.m. Monday-Friday. The gallery at Saratoga Arts is located at 320 Broadway.

Echo Creek:

Food

Week of July 31 – August 6, 2020

A Growing Family Farm Slow-Roasted T omatoes WILTON MALL Wednesdays | 3 - 6 p.m. Saturdays | 9 - 1 p.m.

INGREDIENTS: by Madison Jackson for Saratoga TODAY

*Ingredients currently available at the farmers’ market

• 6-8 tomatoes*, halved • Olive oil

INSTRUCTIONS:

fter his first day of work at Pleasant Valley Farm, Mike Palulis came home to his wife Jennifer and told her that he had bought a tractor and wanted to try his own hand at farming. Despite his lack of experience in the field, the efficiency and dedication he saw at the farm resonated with him.

1. Spread the halved tomatoes out on a sheet pan and drizzle with olive oil, just enough to make the tomatoes glisten.

As the owner and operator of The Sushi Bar at Stratton Mountain, Mike’s work was seasonal, and with a growing interest in where his food was sourced, he decided to spend his off-season working with Paul and Sandy Arnold at Pleasant Valley Farm in Argyle, NY. Jennifer, a former gardener, while caught a bit off guard, agreed to dive headfirst into this new adventure with her husband.

3. Cool the tomatoes before transferring them to a platter. They can be served right away or will keep in the refrigerator for a few weeks.

Now in their seventh season of farming at Echo Creek Farm and joined by their three children, the Palulis have worked hard to make their small, family-run farm produce top quality, USDA certified organic vegetables that anyone could feel good about eating. Jennifer speaks very highly of the Arnolds, who also attend the Saratoga Farmers’ Market every Saturday, describing their help as invaluable over the years. The efficiency of Pleasant Valley Farm is what initially grabbed Mike’s attention and impressed him so highly, that it inspired a change in his career and livelihood. The Arnolds have mentored the Palulis over the years on everything from the timing of planting their seeds to new and innovative structures that will improve growing capabilities in all seasons. The mindful manner of farming practiced by the Arnolds has been one of the strongest impressions that influenced Echo Creek Farm over the years. When asked why Echo Creek chose to become a certified organic farm, Jennifer replied, “we’re a family farm, growing food in a respectful manner is so important.” With their three young children growing up and playing on the property, Jennifer and Mike knew they wanted the farm to be the cleanest possible environment. While it is not an easy process to become certified organic, the Palulis want to grow produce that they can feel good about feeding their children as well as the rest of the community. Echo Creek Farm attends the Saratoga Farmers’ Market every Saturday, ensuring their natural, organic produce is accessible to all. Along with an assortment of vegetables and greens, Echo Creek also produces honey, eggs, potted herbs, and flowers. Saratoga Farmers’ Market runs at Wilton Mall 3-6 p.m. Wednesdays and 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Subscribe to our newsletter – saratogafarmersmarket.org/weekly-newsletter.

2. Bake the tomatoes for 4 to 6 hours at 250° degrees. The longer you bake them, the more concentrated their flavor will be.

4. Serve these simple but flavorful tomatoes as a garnish for a brunch or as a side with roast chicken or grilled steak.

Simple Raw Kale Salad

INGREDIENTS: *Ingredients currently available at the farmers’ market

• 5 cups kale*, cut into ribbons • 2 Tbsp lemon juice • Sea salt to taste

INSTRUCTIONS: Stack the kale leaves, roll into rough bundles, and slice into thin (1/4 in.) ribbons. Place the kale in a large bowl and drizzle with lemon juice which helps to soften the kale. Sprinkle with sea salt and toss to combine.

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Homemade Gnocchi di Patate Prep 20 mins; cook 40 mins; total 60 mins; yield 4 servings Although you can make gnocchi with just flour and eggs, gnocchi is typically made with boiled or baked potatoes. So in this recipe, we will be including potatoes.

INGREDIENTS • 1 pound potatoes • 2 cups/300 grams flour • 1 medium egg • Fine salt

INSTRUCTIONS 1. Wash the potatoes thoroughly. Make sure to remove all dirt. 2. In a large pot, put enough water to cover the potatoes when they are placed inside. Put to a boil. 3. When the water’s boiling, put the in potatoes carefully. Boil for about 30 to 40 minutes, or until they are soft enough that they can be easily pierced with a fork. 4. Once done, drain the potatoes and peel the skin while they’re still warm. If you have a potato ricer, you don’t need to peel them. 5. Mash the potatoes. Make sure to get rid of clumps but don’t over-mash. 6. Combine the mashed potato and flour. 7. Add the egg and combine with the potato dough. Then, add the salt. 8. Combine and knead the ingredients until you get a soft but firm dough. Be careful not to knead it too much. 9. Once you get the right dough consistency, slice a portion of the dough, perhaps a quarter, and roll that into a rope. 10. Note: Cover the rest of the unused dough to prevent it from drying out. 11. Sprinkle some flour on your hands and the worktable to prevent the dough from sticking. 12. Once you get a medium-sized rope, cut them into 1-inch slices/portions. 13. Use a gnocchi board to make ridged doughs. To do that, use your thumb (or forefinger and middle finger together), press and roll each dough piece downward, making ridged curls as you go. The design will add aesthetics to the dumplings and also makes sauces cling much better to them. Note: You can cook gnocchi as soon as you create the dumplings. You can also dry them in a tray for a few hours, if you want, and cook them a few hours later. If you want to keep them for cooking at a later date, put them on a tray and freeze them. Make sure they don’t touch each other so they don’t stick together. Once frozen, you can keep them in food bags and they will keep up to a month or so.

CO OKING GNO CCHI: 1. In a saucepan, put water to a boil and add salt. 2. Drop the gnocchi dumplings into the boiling water and stir, to make sure they don’t stick to each other. 3. Boil them for about 2 minutes, but not more than 3. When the dumplings start to float in the boiling water, that means they’re almost done. Just give them another 25 seconds or so. 4. Remove them with a slotted spoon or carefully drain them in a colander. 5. Add your preferred sauce to it and serve.

by John Reardon for Saratoga TODAY

Hello my Foodie Friends ! Hello my Foodie Friends! Being Italian and Irish, both my daughter and I love her mom’s homemade sauce as part of the many Italian heirloom dishes made in our household. Among the most popular food that people associate with Italian cuisine, and sort of a staple in most Italian restaurants in the United States, are gnocchi [nyoh-ki]. These tiny dough dumplings most typically are made of semolina, parmesan cheese, flour, eggs, salt, and potatoes. But before we proceed right to how to make gnocchi, here are some factoids about these delectable dumplings you might want to know: According to historians, the earliest recorded mention of gnocchi was in the 14th century. Mention of them was discovered in Italian cooking manuscripts of that time period. There are many theories as to where gnocchi came from and how they were invented. One theory is that much like the origin stories of many traditional Italian dishes, these dumplings have Middle Eastern origins. The story is that as the Roman Empire expanded their territory, soldiers conquering lands in the Middle East discovered gnocchi, or its earliest predecessor anyway, along the way and liked them so much that they brought the recipe for them back to Italy. On the other hand, some historians also believe that gnocchi have been in existence in northern Italy as far back as the 12th century. At Compliments to the Chef, we carry gnocchi boards to assist with making homemade gnocchi. The Gnocchi Board easily forms pasta dough into authentic Italian gnocchi. The ones we carry are made in Italy from natural beechwood; easy-grip handle maintains the perfect angle and keeps board steady for easier use. The board has ridges that help shape pasta and add texture which will hold more sauce; works nicely as a cavatelli maker, too. The gnocchi board forms a more consistent shape than using a fork; won’t flatten delicate dough; same size pieces cook more evenly and make more attractive presentation. The board is easy to use and clean; wipe with a dry cloth or brush. Once you make your gnocchi, you can add it to whatever your favorite sauce is. Be creative and have fun creating some unique combinations. Stop by Compliments to the Chef, your Neighborhood Kitchen and Cutlery store, located at 33 Railroad Place to assist you with finding the cool tools to help with your culinary creations. Remember; “Life happens in the Kitchen.”

Take Care, John & Paula

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Adirondack Christian Fellowship 8 Mountain Ledge, Wilton | 518-587-0623 acfsaratoga.com | Services: Sunday 8 and 10 a.m.

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

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

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

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

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

Old Saratoga Reformed Church* 48 Pearl St, Schuylerville | Services: Sunday 10 a.m. 518-695-3260 | old-saratoga.rcachurches.org

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

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

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

Assembly of God Saratoga 118 Woodlawn Avenue, Saratoga Springs 518-584-6081 | Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Bacon Hill Reformed Church* 560 Route 32N, Bacon Hill 518-695-3074 | Rev. Janet Vincent Services: 10 a.m. | Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Eastern Orthodox — Christ the Savior 349 Eastline Road, Ballston Lake | 518-212-7845 xcsavior.org | Services: Sunday 9:30 a.m. Faith Chapel 6 Burgoyne St., Schuylerville | 518-695-6069 faithchapelschuylerville.org | Sunday 10 a.m.

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

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

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

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

Ballston Spa United Methodist Church* 101 Milton Avenue, Ballston Spa 518-885-6886 | ballstonspaumchurch.org Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Barkersville Christian Church 7200 Barkersville Road, Middle Grove 518-882-6437 | barkersvillechristianchurch. com Pastor Pat Atwell | Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m. Bethesda Episcopal Church* 26 Washington St., Saratoga Springs | 518-584-5980 bethesdachurch.org | The Very Rev’d Marshall J. Vang Services: Sunday 8 and 10 a.m. Burnt Hills Baptist Church 193 Kingsley Rd., Burnt Hills | 518-399-5740 burnthillsbaptistchurch.org | Pastor Mark Dorr Sunday 10 a.m.; Adult Bible Study: Sunday 9 a.m. Burnt Hills United Methodist Church* 816 Route 50, Burnt Hills | 518-399-5144 nybhumc.com | Pastor Holly Nye Sunday 9, 10:30 a.m. | Sunday School: 10:30 a.m. Calvary Capital District 5 Williams Street, Saratoga Springs | calvarycd.com Pastor Andrew Holt | Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Charlton Freehold Presbyterian Church 768 Charlton Road, Charlton | 518-399-4831 charltonfreehold.org | Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Christ Community Reformed Church 1010 Route 146, Clifton Park | 518-371-7654 ccrc-cpny.org | Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Christ Episcopal Church* 15 West High Street, Ballston Spa | 518-885-1031 Services: Sunday 8, 10 a.m., and 5 p.m. Christian Restoration Ministries Senior Center: 5 Williams St., Saratoga Springs 518-796-4323 | Pastor Pat Roach Services: Saturday 7 p.m.; Bible Study: Friday 7 p.m. Christian Science Church 107 Circular Street, Saratoga Springs 518-584-0221 | Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Church of Christ at Clifton Park 7 Old Route 146, Clifton Park | 518-371-6611 cliftonparkchurchofchrist.com | Sunday 10:30 a.m. Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints 1 Glenmore Ave. Saratoga Springs 518-587-4796 | churchofjesuschrist.org Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Community Alliance Church 257 Rowland Street, Ballston Spa 518-885-6524 | Services: 10:30 a.m. Congregation Shaara Tfille* 84 Weibel Avenue, Saratoga Springs 518-584-2370 | saratogasynagogue.org Services: Monday 7:30 a.m., Thursday 7:30 a.m. Saturday 10 a.m., 3rd Friday Shabbat 7:30 p.m. Corinth Free Methodist Church 20 Hamilton Avenue, Corinth | 518-654-9255, 518792-0271 | Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

First Presbyterian Church of Ballston Spa 22 West High Street, Ballston Spa 518-885-5583 | Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Full Gospel Tabernacle 207 Redmond Road, Gansevoort 518-793-2739 | Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Galway United Methodist Church 2056 East Street, Galway | 518-882-6520 galway-united-methodist-church.com Services: Sunday 9:30 a.m. (9 a.m. in July-Aug.) Grace Church 34 Third Street, Waterford | 518-237-7370 gracewaterford.com | Rev. Kathy Alonge-Coons Services: Sunday 7:30 and 9:30 a.m. Adult Christian Education Program: 8:30 a.m. Grace Fellowship Saratoga* 165 High Rock Avenue, Saratoga Springs 518-691-0301 | saratoga.gracefellowship.com Pastor: Mike Adams | Services: Sundays 9, 11 a.m. Greater Grace Community Church 100 Saratoga Village, Building 17, Ballston Spa 518-899-7777 | thechurch@ggccmalta.org Pastor David Moore | Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Greenfield Center Baptist Church 30 Wilton Road, Greenfield Center | 518-893-7429 Services: 11 a.m.; Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. (all ages) Highway Tabernacle Church 235 Hudson Avenue, Mechanicville | 518-664-4442 Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m. Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Hope Church 206 Greenfield Avenue, Ballston Spa | 518-885-7442 Services: Sunday 10 a.m. | Sunday School: 9 a.m. Jonesville United Methodist 963 Main Street, Clifton Park | 518-877-7332 Sunday 8:30, 10:30 a.m.; Sunday School: 10:30 a.m. Living Waters Church of God 4330 State Rte 50, Saratoga Springs | 518-587-0484 livingwaterscog.us | Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Malta Presbyterian Church 118 Dunning Street, Malta 518-899-5992 | Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Malta Ridge United Methodist Church 729 Malta Avenue Extension, Malta 518-581-0210 | Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m. Middle Grove United Methodist Church* 429 Middle Grove Rd., Middle Grove | 518-581-2973 Pastor Jason Proctor | Services: Sunday 9 a.m. Mt. Olivet Baptist Church 100 Cresent Street, Saratoga Springs | 518-584-9441 Rev. Dr. Victor L. Collier | Services: 10 a.m. New Life Fellowship* 51 Old Gick Road, Saratoga Springs | 518-580-1810 newlifeinsaratoga.org. | Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Next Level Church Comedy Works: 388 Broadway Saratoga Springs 518-306-7133 | nextlevel.church/saratoga-ny-church Pastor Joe | Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Old Stone Church (American Baptist) 159 Stone Church Road, Ballston Spa 518-583-1002 | Services: 10:30 a.m. Olde Liberty Baptist 600 Route 67, Malta | oldelibertybaptist.com 518-885-4211 | Sunday 10, 11 a.m., 2 p.m.; Wed. 7 p.m. Our Lady of Grace Roman Catholic Church* 73 Midline Road, Ballston Lake | 518-399-5713 Services: Saturday 5:30 p.m.; Sunday 10:30 a.m. Perry Road Baptist Church* 150 Perry Road, Saratoga Springs | 518-587-0711 Pastor Thomas Van McClain | Sunday 10 a.m. Pine Grove Community Church* 59 Pine Road, Saratoga Springs 860-942-7359 | Thegrovess.com Pastor Mark Kehrer | Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Porter Corners United Methodist Church* 512 Allen Rd., Porter Corners 518-893-2289 | Service: Sunday 9 a.m Presbyterian-NE Congregational Church* 24 Circular Street, Saratoga Springs | 518-584-6091 pnecchurch.org | Services: Sunday 10:45 a.m. Prince of Peace Lutheran Church (ELCA) 4 Northcrest Drive, Clifton Park | 518-371-2226 poplutheranchurch.org | Sunday 8 a.m., 10:30 a.m.; Contemporary Worship: 1st, 3rd Sundays 10:30 a.m.; Sunday School: 9:15-10:15 a.m. (Sept.-June); ReachChristian Education for Adults 9:30-10:15 a.m. Quaker Springs United Methodist Church* 466 Route 32, Schylerville | 518-695-3101 qsumc.com | Pastor Ben Lalka | Services: Sunday 9 a.m. River of Hope Fellowship 100 Saratoga Village Blvd., Malta Commons, Ste. 3 riverofhopefellowship.com | Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Roman Catholic Church of St. Peter* 241 Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 518-584-2375 Services: Saturday: 5 p.m.; Sunday: 7:30, 9, 11 a.m. St. Clement’s Roman Catholic Church* 231 Lake Ave., Saratoga Springs 518-584-6122 | www.stclementschurch.com Weekdays: 8 a.m.; Saturday: 8 a.m. and 4 p.m.; Sunday: 8, 10 a.m. and 5 p.m.; Spanish Mass: 1 p.m. St. George’s Episcopal Church 912 Route 146, Clifton Park | 518-371-6351 stgeorge@csdl.net | stgeorgescp.org Saturday 4:30 p.m.; Sunday 7:30, 9, 11:30 a.m. St. Isaac Jogues RC Chapel 716 Route 9P, Saratoga Lake | 518-813-5090 Father Patrick Rice | Services: Sunday 10 a.m. (Open Memorial Day to winter) St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church* 3159 Route 9N, Greenfield Center | 518-893-7680 stjosephschurchgreenfieldcenter.org Services: Saturday 4 p.m.; Sunday 10:30 a.m. St. Luke’s on the Hill 40 McBride Rd., Mechanicville Contact: 518-664-4834 | stlukesonthehill.org Dave Haig, Rector | Services: Saturday 4 p.m., Sunday 8 & 10 a.m. | For Summer Worship Schedule please visit our website. St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church* 167 Milton Avenue, Ballston Spa | 518-885-7411 stmarysbsta.org | Services: Saturday 4 p.m. Sunday 8:30, 10:30 a.m., Noon St. Paul’s Roman Catholic Church* 771 Route 29, Rock City Falls | 518-885-4677 sjoegctr@nycap.rr.com | Services: Sunday 8:30 a.m. St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church* 149 Lake Ave., Saratoga Springs 518-584-0904 | office@spalutheran.org Saturday 5 p.m.; Sunday 8:30 and 11 a.m. St. Peter Lutheran Church* 2776 Route 9, Malta | 518-583-4153 | Sunday 9 a.m. St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church 1 Grove St., Schuylerville | Services: Sunday 8:30 a.m. 518-695-3918 | ststephens-schuylerville.com

Saratoga Abundant Life Church 2 Hutchins Road, Saratoga Springs | 518-885-5456 salchurch.org | Services: Sunday 8:20, 10:30 a.m. Saratoga Chabad 130 Circular Street, Saratoga Springs 518-526-0773 | saratogachabad.com Saratoga Friends Meeting (Quaker) 571 Route 32, Quaker Springs | 518-587-7477 518-399-5013 | Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Saratoga United Methodist Church* 175 Fifth Avenue, Saratoga Springs | 518-584-3720 saratogaumc.com | Services: Sunday 9, 10:45 a.m. Saratoga Seventh-Day Adventist Church 399 Union Avenue, Saratoga Springs 518-587-6951 | saratogasda.org Services: Worship: 11 a.m.; Sabbath School 10 a.m. Schuylerville United Methodist Church 51 Church Street, Schuylerville | 518-695-3101 sumethodist.org | Services: Sunday 11 a.m. Shenendehowa United Methodist 971 Route 146, Clifton Park 518-371-7964 | Services: Sunday 9 and 10:45 a.m. Simpson United Methodist Church 1089 Rock City Road, Rock City Falls 518-885-4794 | Services: Sunday 10:45 a.m. Soul Saving Station for Every Nation Christ Crusaders of America 62 Henry Street, Saratoga Springs 518-584-3122 | soulsavingstationchurch.com Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Starpoint Church 410 21st Century Park Drive, Clifton Park 518-371-2811 | starpoint.church Services: 9, 10:30 a.m. and Noon Stillwater Christian Fellowship Liberty Ridge Farm, 29 Bevis Road, Schaghticoke 518-288-8802 | Services: 10 a.m. Stillwater United Church (Presbyterian U.S.A.) 747 Hudson Avenue, Stillwater | 518-664-7984 stillwaterunitedchurch.org | Sunday 10:30 a.m. Temple Sinai* 509 Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 518-584-8730 saratogasinai.org | Shabbat Services: Friday 6 or 8 p.m. (rotating schedule); Saturday 10:30 a.m. Terra Nova Church* 45 Washington St., Saratoga Springs | 518-833-0504 terranovachurch.org | Services: Sunday 9 a.m. The Salvation Army/ Worship, Service & Community Center 27 Woodlawn Avenue, Saratoga Springs 518-584-1640 | Services: Praise & Worship 11 a.m. Sunday School: 10 a.m. Trinity United Methodist Church 155 Ballard Road, Gansevoort | 518-584-9107 tumcwilton.com | Rev. Jeff Stratton | Sunday 10 a.m. Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Saratoga Springs* 624 N. Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 518-584-1555 uusaratoga.org | Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Unity Church in Albany 21 King Avenue, Albany | 518-453-3603 Services: Sunday 9, 11 a.m.; Sunday School: 11 a.m. West Charlton United Presbyterian Church 1331 Sacandaga Rd.,West Charlton | 518-882-9874 westcharltonupc.org | Rev. Thomas Gregg Sunday 10:30 a.m.; Sunday School: 10:30 a.m. Wilton Baptist Church 755 Saratoga Road, Wilton | 518-583-2736 wiltonbaptistchurch.com | Sunday 11 a.m., 6 p.m. Zen Buddhist Sitting Group Wilson Chapel, Skidmore College, Saratoga Springs 518-421-2155 | Services: Wednesdays 6:30 p.m * Handicap Accessible

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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: Fair to middling, Fair to midland Fair to middling, meaning so-so, is the correct phrase. This late 1800s expression originally referred to cotton grading, where fair was one of the lowest grades of cotton and middling was the next lowest. Dave Dowling is the author of The Wrong Word Dictionary and The Dictionary of Worthless Words. Both books are available from many book retailers, and signed copies can be obtained by contacting Dave at dave.dowling65@gmail.com

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Saratoga Racing SADDLE UP! STRONG PERFORMANCES AND SURPRISING UPSETS AT SARATOGA

by Colin Maruscsak for Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA SPRINGS- No matter how hard current world events have tried to drain the hype surrounding this year’s season of racing, Saratoga struck back with lots of exciting races and powerful displays this past week. If you were watching the races last Thursday, you’d probably be quite familiar with the name Irad Ortiz, Jr. Ortiz, Jr. had a tremendous day at the races winning with five out of eight mounts on the days ten race card. While no stranger to success at Saratoga, having been a two-time leading rider in both 2015 and 2018, these wins helped propel him to second place in the jockey standings. Currently, his brother Jose Ortiz sits ahead of him at 16 first place finishes with Ortiz, Jr at 14 at the start of Week 3 of racing. When asked about his strong performance, Ortiz, Jr. beamed “When you have the right horses, they make you look good…Days like this are great. To win five races in one day at any track is so special.

You work so hard in this business and on days like this all that hard work pays off.” Strangely enough, around a year ago on July 31, 2019, he also had a strong day, winning five out of seven races for the day. While not the most races won on single card at Saratoga, it comes awfully close to Hall of Famer Ramon Dominguez’s six wins in 2012 and Hall of Famer John Velazquez’s six in 2001. To follow up the strong performances throughout the week, in Saturday’s Grade 2 race, Starship Jubilee looked strong as she triumphed in the thirty-second running of the Ballston Spa Stakes. Hall of Famer jockey Javier Castellano rode Starship Jubilee and after an awkward start out of the gate managed to beat out Call Me Love by Neck and Sistercharlie by a length and a quarter. Sistercharlie was favored to win being the 2018 Champion Female Turf Horse, but Starship Jubilee showed that even with age, she hasn’t lost a step. Castellano was very proud of the horse saying, “The way the race developed was phenomenal… She’s such a great horse; to beat Sistercharlie, she’s one of the best fillies in the country…I think we were in the right time and the right place to beat her today. I give all the credit to my horse” With the strong performances of last week, fans are excited to see what this upcoming week will bring. The Coronation Cup is on Friday slated as the nineth race on Friday’s ten-race card. On Saturday there are three Grade 1 races and one Grade 2 race scheduled: the GI

Whitney (BC), the GI Personal Ensign (BC), the GI H. Allen Jerkens Memorial presented by Runhappy, and the G2 Bowling Green. Be sure not to miss out on any of the racing this season by either streaming the race online, listening in through radio, or catching a live TV Broadcast. For the full racing schedule and more information on broadcast times, check out the NYRA website at nyra.com/ saratoga. Updated daily, you can find all the race details and stats to stay in the know for this unique season at Saratoga.

“The way the race developed was phenomenal… She’s such a great horse; to beat Sistercharlie, she’s one of the best fillies in the country…I think we were in the right time and the right place to beat her today. I give all the credit to my horse” - JOCKEY JAVIER CASTELLANO

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care for the retired racehorse due to hardships, especially this year due to COVID-19. “People love their horses,” Weir said. “The first thing they give up is dinner, then they give up their car, then they don’t buy any clothes. At some point, they will call us to give up their horse. I think it will happen this winter, perhaps starting in October with the grain bills and the hay bills.”

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Kimberly Weir still remembers the date from earlier this year: January 23. She was waiting in the Albany International Airport for her Florida flight so she could attend the Pegasus Invitational and a ribbon-cutting ceremony for a newly-built barn as part of the horse-care program at the Juvenile Justice Center in Ocala. While waiting, she received a call from Anita Graham, the wife of trainer H. Graham Motion and Executive Director for the Pastures of Point Lookout in Chadds Ford, Pa., about the plans of well-known American artist Jamie Wyeth adopting 10 retired Thoroughbreds to put on his 250-acre farm in honor of his late wife Phyllis Mills Wyeth, owner of 2012 Belmont Stakes winner Union Rags who also won the Saratoga Special and Champagne Stakes as a 2-year-old. Six months later through a COVID-19 pandemic, those 10 horses from the Wallkill Correctional Facility who were part of the Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation’s Second Chances Program were loaded on a Brook Ledge trailer for the farm. Those horses, ranging from age 11 to 23, raced at least once in their life, including Vow who finished behind multiple graded stakes winner Narjan in an allowance race at Saratoga Race Course in 2002. “It seemed too good to be true, but this was not,” Weir said. “We were in awe. They are really there now. It’s wonderful and amazing. You cannot make up this stuff. It wasn’t Herculean. Somebody wanted to do this. It was all in baby steps and following through. Mr. Wyeth is a role model.”

Just like with each retired racehorse has his or her own story, Weir has a lot of stories and experiences that drives her energy, enthusiasm, and creativity as Director of Major Gifts and Planned Giving for the Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation since May 2018. With an M.B.A. from William and Mary, Weir spent numerous years in the private sector. At the same time, she spent most of her life around horses, especially as an equestrian rider. Weir believes she has learned a lot from the horses as they have played an integral part of her life and vision in thoroughbred aftercare. “These creatures made me who I am today,” she said. “I am fundamentally, profoundly and completely aware of how much I have learned growing up with these creatures. I am excited to be in this role and in the industry of thoroughbred aftercare. As a part of a community, I can help solve this. “Every racehorse that is born could have a life of happy health care,” she added. “It’s not a luxury. Civilization owes so much to them as well. Our human race wouldn’t be here without them. They have been so important to us and they deserve it. Their magic, value and impact are huge. They are unlike any other creature.” Two horses who have made their return to the Bloomfield Farm in Saratoga Springs for the summer are Bold Mon and Uptown Joey. Recently, Bold Mon was featured on Steve Caparizzo’s regular segment “Pet Connection” – or “Horse Connection” – on WTEN-10. Weir is hoping that exposure will allow the former Richard Schosberg-trainee become adopted. “These two are really good examples of adoptable horses for the right situation,” she said. “They’re pets. They’re friendly. They don’t need much, but they love to be loved. We find it hard to believe [Bold Mon] won’t go this summer because he is such a sweetheart. During the filming, he was playing around with the cameraman by putting his nose up to the lens.” If either horse is adopted, it helps the Adopt One, Save Two program: each time a horse is adopted, there is space for two horses to take into the Thoroughbred aftercare. That has become crucial for anyone who can no longer

Weir said the Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation has been fortunate this year through the COVID-19 pandemic with the amount of support, donations and sponsors. At the same time, she also has long-term concerns going into the winter due to the uncertainty and lack of events. “Everyone is asking us if we are OK and people continue to give,” she said. “People have responded by doubling down. We are totally fine this year. I am super terrified for next year. We don’t know what the winter will be. It is all about saving for the long winter ahead. We are looking at the long term and making sure that we are the most sustainable as we can.” One of the areas that Weir is looking at sustainability is the Sanctuary Guardian program, which allows anyone to make a monthly donation as fundraising can be inconsistent and cyclical while expenses are consistent. “If someone is giving $10 a month, that’s $120 a year,” Weir said. “To know that it’s coming every month, that is flattening the curve because fundraising is erratic and the expenses are static. It’s just like any seasonal business.” Since the COVID-19 pandemic has put a limitation on gatherings and events, Weir has become creative with social events. One of those is the TRF Drive-Thru BBQ at the Saratoga Winery on Aug. 11. Along with pre-order carry-out dinners that include pulled pork and chicken, as well as choices for pie as dessert, people can drive through a greeting from racing personalities that include Maggie Wolfendale-Morley, Ramon Dominguez, Tom Durkin and Peter Thomas Fornatale. The deadline for preorders is Aug. 7 at noon. For more information on the Drive-Thru BBQ, please visit the Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation website at trfinc.org/event/bbq-at-the-barn-2020/.

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by Thomas Dimopoulos Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA SPRINGS - The Beatles and The Stones. Elvis to Metallica. Kiss to Dolly Parton, Guns ‘n’ Roses and Alice Cooper to The Who. There’s something for most everyone to see and interactively experience at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame exhibition, which opened this week at Universal Preservation Hall. The show runs through late September. Part of the Machine: Rock & Pinball beginning Sunday, July 26 for a two-month run. The interactive exhibit showcases rock-themed, playable pinball machines and combines them with merchandise and artifacts to explore the artistic portrayal of artists and bands. On display are 16 playable rock ‘n’ roll themed pinball machines in all, in addition to an

assortment of music artifacts on display hailing from the golden age of rock ‘n’ roll. A “Tommy” pinball machine – owing a nod to  the  Who and the group’s opus Tommy is here, as is group guitarist Pete Townshend’s acoustic guitar – which he used to compose “Pinball Wizard” and several other songs for the  ’Tommy,’ album, and which fortunately he did not smash. Making its debut as part of the exhibit is Alice Cooper’s new pinball machine –  “Alice Cooper’s Nightmare Castle,” a horror adventure game narrated by Cooper himself and featuring songs spanning Cooper’s career. The pinball machine is joined by the exhibit of the Alice Cooper group’s original electric chair show prop, upon which the band’s singer sat and performed on stages across the world in 1971.

Additional items on display include Peter Criss of KISS’ drum set, Dolly Parton’s dress, memorabilia connected to the early days of the Beatles, the Rolling Stones and Elvis Presley, as well as a metallic ode tracing their legend to Metallica and Judas Priest. As for the pinball machines, which are playable, they deliver the bings, bongs, and dual flipper action polyrhythms associated with the likes of Elton John, KISS, AC/DC and others. UPH, a partner in the Proctors Collaborative, will sell tickets for 90-minute blocks throughout the run. Tickets will be available for admittance at 10 a.m., noon, 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. each day and hours will be extended to include 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. admittance on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. The event concludes on Saturday, Sept. 26. Tickets are $20 for adults and $10

for students and are available now at universalpreservationhall.org.   “Part of the Machine: Rock & Pinball,” is presented at UPH by Adirondack Trust Company. UPH will follow Center for Disease Control and Prevention and New York State safety guidelines in establishing safety protocol for exhibit visitors. Each visitor, staff person and volunteer will be required to bring and wear a face mask and to wear provided gloves while playing the pinball machines. All individuals will also be required to maintaining proper social distancing. UPH staff will also take and record each individual’s temperature and procure proper tracing information, and sanitize all surfaces including handrails, light switches, elevators, exhibit pieces, restrooms and common surfaces before new groups are admitted. Capacity will be initially limited to 20 guests per time slot and will re-evaluated regularly.

“Watch It!” Mick Jagger, in illustrated form, graces the Rolling Stones pinball game – one of 16 playable music-themed pinball machines on display at a new exhibit at Universal Preservation Hall. Photo by Thomas Dimopoulos.