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Gateway House An upcoming fundraiser will benefit this non-profit, which provides a safe and home-like atmosphere for the terminally ill.

by Brian Cremo Saratoga TODAY GLENVILLE — In 2006, Hannah Martin had thoughts of quitting judo. This Monday, May 20, she’s headed to the fourth annual World Judo Masters in Tyumen, Russia and ranked No. 1 in the United States in her weight class. But getting to this point was no accident for the Burnt Hills–Ballston Lake graduate—not like when she started the sport at 8 years old. “My dad wanted my younger brother, who was 6 years old at the time, to do it,” Martin said. “And I said, ‘Hey, what about me? I want to do judo,’ because I felt left out.” After that, she “fell in love with See Martin pg. 7

Hannah Martin is ready for the WJM. Photo courtesy of MarkBolles.com

Featured Stories

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Wilton Planning Board Meeting heats up between residents and officials over proposed mega-building for Route 9. See News pg. 14

Inside TODAY Obituaries 5 Keller-Williams employees pose after volunteering to clean up Shelters of Saratoga. Photo courtesy of MarkBolles.com

See Shelters of Saratoga pg. 2

Business 8 Education

Trail To Connect West Side with State Park

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SARATOGA SPRINGS — The trail for walkers and bikers that will connect the west side of Saratoga Springs with Spa State Park and their trails is nearing completion. “The trail will connect with the existing Railroad Run Trail on the west side of Saratoga Springs from the YMCA to Route 50,”

said Kurt Kress, Capital Facilities Regional Manager with the New York State Parks. The trail has been a collaborative effort between the city, New York State Parks and the New York Department of Transportation. Tim Wales, City Engineer, said the city recently finished paving the Railroad Run Trail up to Route 50. It will now be up to the Department of Transportation to design a pedestrian crossing with a push button-controlled light for

the safe crossing of hikers and bike riders into the Saratoga Spa State Park. Trails from there take users in and around the park, as well as to South Broadway. The trail is being paid for through a number of funding sources. Kress said the portion of Railroad Run Trail was covered by a New York Works grant, where the Spa City would have to match the grant. That was done through the use of city labor for the paving. “I believe there are a series

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Shelters of Saratoga Receives Clean-Up Assistance from Keller Williams Saratoga Springs RED Day Volunteers SARATOGA SPRINGS — Keller Williams Realty of Saratoga Springs participated in National RED Day on May 9 to assist Shelters of Saratoga (SOS) with cleanup and shelter repairs. RED Day, which stands for Renew, Energize and Donate, is an initiative celebrating Keller Williams’ year-round commitment to improve the communities they serve. The cleanup assisted SOS in preparing for their 3rd Annual Open House, to be held June 27.

Kati Hauser, Kurt Endres, Irene Fortine, Laurie Stephensen, Lisa Trentini, Sylvia Elkin, Janet Besheer, Kathy King, Phil Goodson, Bonnie Potter, Justin White, Brooke Rocque, Orson Klender, Terri Taylor, Kaitlin Russitano. Photos courtesy of MarkBolles.com

Week of May 17 – May 23, 2013

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Week of May 17 – May 23, 2013 The following are arrests made by the Saratoga Springs Police Department. Paul D. Bauscher, 36, of Pine Lane, Cambridge, was charged with criminal mischief in the third degree, a Class E felony, endangering the welfare of a child, a Class A misdemeanor, reckless endangerment in the second degree, reckless driving, and leaving the scene of an auto accident on May 10. Officers observed a vehicle on Broadway hit another vehicle and then leave the scene of the accident. Stacy Morey-Beldon, 42, of Route 29, Galway, was arrested May 10 and charged with DWI, operating a motor vehicle with a bloodalcohol content greater than .08 percent, a Class A misdemeanor. Officers stopped a vehicle heading west on Church Street for vehicle and traffic violations. Michael P. Gonzales, 21, of Beacon Hill Drive, Saratoga Springs, was arrested May 10 and charged with DWI, operating a motor vehicle with a blood-alcohol content greater than .18 percent, a Class A misdemeanor, and unlawful possession of marijuana, a violation. Officers stopped a vehicle on Union Ave for vehicle and traffic offenses. Brian J. Bennett, 41, was arrested for second degree criminal trespassing, a Class A misdemeanor, on May 10. Bennett was identified as not living at the residence and was placed under arrest. Claudio A. Elgueta-Barrero, 30, of Boynton Beach Place, Boynton Beach, Florida was arrested May 10 and charged with DWI, operating a motor vehicle without a license, failure to keep right and improper

equipment (headlights). Jonathan Joseph Rivera, 23, of Wedgewood Drive, Saratoga Springs was charged with criminal possession of marijuana, unlawful possession of marijuana, endangering the welfare of a child and fifth degree criminal possession of stolen property on May 10. Thomas J. Dingmon, 22, was arrested May 10 and charged with second degree harassment, three counts of third degree burglary, two counts of petit larceny, second degree criminal mischief, third degree criminal mischief, criminal possession of a controlled substance, criminal possession of a hypodermic instrument, possession of a controlled substance outside the original container and unlawful possession of marijuana. Dingmon was arrested on five separate warrants for crimes that he is alleged to have committed dating back to October 30, 2012. Dingmon is being charged in connection with three business burglaries. He was processed and remanded to the Saratoga County Jail. Jordan C. Palladino, 32, of Katherine Drive, Clifton Park was arrested and charged with third degree assault and resisting arrest, both Class A misdemanors, on May 11. Daniel P. Grignon, 31, of Squashville Road, Greenfield was arrested May 12 and charged with disorderly conduct, a violation. Maurice D. Walker, 24, of Crane St., Schenectady was charged with disorderly conduct on May 12. Steven C. Blakenship, 34, of Garrison Linn Flat Road, Garrison, Texas was arrested for third degree assault on May 12.

Timothy P. Sims, 22, of Jefferson Terrace, Saratoga Springs was arrested May 12 and charged with disorderly conduct. Deshawn M. Bergh, 22, of Lincoln Ave., Amsterdam was charged with disorderly conduct on May 12. Kasheim Pendelton, 29, of Jackson Ave., Schenectady was arrested May 12 and charged with criminal possession of a controlled substance, unlawful possession of marijuana, operating a motor vehicle with suspended registration and improper equipment (white revolving lights). Pendelton was arrested on a warrant from an incident that occurred on March 22. Corey E. Palmatier, 35, of Cliff St., Middleburgh was arrested May 13 and charged with DWI and a BAC more than .08, both Class A misdemeanors, and failure to stop at a stop sign. Amanda R. Allen, 24, of Ascot Circle, Saratoga Springs, was arrested May 14 and charged with burglary in the third degree, a Class D felony, and petit larceny, a violation. She was arrested on a warrant in relation to a Domestic Incident that was reported on May 7. The following are from the Office of the Saratoga County District Attorney. Susan L. Fox, 32, residing at 19F Adirondack Circle, Gansevoort, pled guilty to driving while intoxicated, a

Class E felony on May 9 for an incident which occurred in Wilton on February 21. Fox will be sentenced on July 11 at 9:15 a.m. James M. McFarland, residing at 2 Carousel Court, Ballston Spa, was sentenced to five days in the Saratoga County Jail, five years’ probation and ordered to have an ignition interlock device for felony driving while intoxicated. McFarland was arrested on July 8 in Saratoga Springs. He pled guilty to the charges on February 26. Steven M. Brady, 26, residing at 208 Hill Street, was sentenced to four

years in state prison and three years post release supervision for third degree attempted criminal sale of a controlled substance, a Class C felony for an incident which occurred in Halfmoon on June 16, 2011. Benjamin E. Rapisarda, 29, residing at 671 Mariaville Road, A1, Schenectady, was sentenced to 30 days in Saratoga County Jail, five years’ probation, required to have an ignition interlock device and to pay restitution of $223.15 for driving while intoxicated conviction on March 14. The incident occurred on January 23.

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Week of May 17 – May 23, 2013

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SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Massachusetts man who threatened to kill a Skidmore College student and then himself plead guilty May 13 to the highest charged levied against him—first degree coercion, a felony. Lance Leonard, 49, of Cuttyhunk, Massachusetts, had threatened to kill an unidentified Skidmore student who had recently ended a relationship with him. The threats had been made through a conversation with her father, as well as in text messages and telephone calls on March 5. Leonard then left Cuttyhunk and headed toward Saratoga Springs on a bus. Police and campus officials, feeling the threats were credible, shut down the campus and searched all vehicles entering and leaving the college. Police followed Leonard’s movements after obtaining a court order to access his cell

pings. In Vermont, Leonard supposedly turned off his cell phone and police lost track of his whereabouts. When he turned the phone back on the following morning, it was determined he had switched directions and travelled to Atlantic City, New Jersey, where he was arrested. He was later extradited back to Saratoga County. Leonard, who will be sentenced July 8, is expected to receive prison time. He has an extensive criminal history including felony assaults, burglary with the intent to commit a rape, and assault and battery for firing off a shotgun through a window at two women. He is also a convicted sex offender. First-degree coercion is a class D felony and is punishable by a sentence of at least 3 to 7 years in prison. In addition, the court may impose a fine up to $5,000.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — William McTygue, a Democrat and former director of Public Works, has announced he will be challenging incumbent Republican Anthony “Skip” Scirocco for the office of commissioner of Public Works. McTygue served as director of the department from 2001 to 2009, and before that was the deputy commissioner from 1999 to 2001. McTygue met with the city’s Democratic Committee for an

endorsement interview May 16. “If elected, I will work to restore vital city services and department programs that, years ago, gained popular public support and helped our city gain award-winning notoriety,” McTygue said in a statement. Scirocco is seeking his fourth term in office after easily defeating opponent Tom McTygue in 2007 and Ed Miller in 2009. Since then, Scirocco has remained unchallenged until now.

Republican Candidate Endorsements SARATOGA COUNTY — Earlier this week, the city’s Republican Committee endorsed several candidates for public office. The committee endorsed Shauna Sutton for mayor, Richard Wirth for Public Safety commissioner and Anthony “Skip” Scirocco for Public Works commissioner. The committee also announced their support of Halfmoon Republican Craig Hayner for the post of county clerk, a position that is temporarily being filled by Democrat Peter Martin, who was appointed by Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s office but has said previously he does not intend to run for a full term. As for the two county supervisor seats, incumbent Matt Veitch

and Ken Ivins were the winners of the committee’s endorsements. In a close vote, the committee also endorsed Ballston Lake resident Jeff Gildersleeve for Saratoga County sheriff. Gildersleeve is a longtime law enforcement professional who served as a senior investigator for the New York State Police and is also a U.S. Marine Corps veteran. Gildersleeve very narrowly beat out opposing Stillwater Republican Michael Zurlo, a former investigator with the sheriff ’s department who also served as Stillwater town justice. The committee is still seeking candidates to run against incumbent Democrats for commissioner of Accounts and commissioner of Finance in the city.

obituaries

Week of May 17 – May 23, 2013

Joyce Nixon Cole

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Joyce Nixon Cole, 70, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 7 at Saratoga Hospital, surrounded by her immediate family. Born on April 11, 1943 in

Troy, she was the first child of the late Charles and Edith (Abel) Nixon. Survivors include her husband Lester F. Cole, Jr.; their children, Michael Charles (Meaghan) Cole and Kimberly Ann Cole (Dale Post, special friend); grandchildren Johnathan Michael Cole, Emily Cynthia Ann Cole, Christopher Cole, Kassandra Cole-Post and Nicholas Cole; her sister, Dianne (Richard) Carley and her brother George (Susan) Nixon; sister-in-law Lanita (Schuyler) Cunniff and many nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her brother, Alfred (Christine) Nixon. Funeral services were conducted on May 16.

Maureen T. Bachert BALLSTON SPA — Maureen T. Bachert, 67, of Ballston Spa passed away Sunday, May 5, after struggling with illness for many years. Born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on September 2, 1945, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Margaret Convery. She was a dedicated homemaker and enjoyed taking care of her family. Maureen was a communicant of the Church of St. Peter in Saratoga Springs. She taught Religious Education and confirmation classes for many years. Maureen is survived by her husband of 41 years, Harry J. Bachert Jr; daughter, Michele Battle and her husband Jay;

grandchildren, Connor Battle, Jordan Battle, Ana Clark and Josie Clark; her siblings, John Convery, Kathleen Celluci, Jane Bonthron, James Convery, Ann Woods and Thomas Convery; and numerous nieces and nephews who loved her. Funeral services were held on May 8 at the Church of St. Peter, 241 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, where a mass of Christian burial was celebrated. Burial followed in the Gerald B H Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery, Duell Road, Memorial contributions may be made to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Upstate NY Chapter, 1650 South Ave, Suite 100, Rochester, NY 14620.

Virginia M. Mannix GALWAY — Virginia M. Mannix, 90, passed away peacefully Friday, May 10 at The Stanton Nursing & Rehabilitation Centre, Queensbury. She was born March 25, 1923, in Schenectady, the daughter of the late Frank and Pearl Bennett. “Gini” was a graduate of Syracuse University. She went on to a long career at General Electric Co. in Schenectady.

She was the loving wife of the late Waldo Mannix who passed away in October 1993. Arrangements provided by the Richard J. Ryan Funeral Home 2034 West St., Galway NY 12074. There are no calling hours. A graveside service will be held at 11:30 a.m. Friday, May 17, at West Galway Cemetery, Broadalbin, corner of county Route 107 and Perth Road. All are invited.

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Robert E. O’Connor

GLENS FALLS — Robert E. O’Connor, 77, of Glens Falls, joined his late wife, Jean, in heaven Friday, May 10, surrounded by his loving family. Born April 30, 1936, in Glens Falls, he was the son of the late Robert E. and Lillian (Hyde) O’Connor Sr. Bob was a 1956 graduate of St. Mary’s Academy, where he excelled at basketball, earning the nickname Boo. Shortly after graduation, he served two years in the U.S. Army, stationed in Munich, Germany. Bob delivered for the U.S. Postal Service, retiring in 2002, after many years of dedicated

service. He met the love of his life, Jean DeGraff, and they were married June 27, 1964. Together, they raised two sons, Michael and Jeffrey. As an extremely kind and gentle man, his main focus was his family. He was also an avid New York Giants and Yankees fan. In addition to his parents, Robert was predeceased by his beloved wife of 43 years, Jean O’Connor, who passed away April 13, 2008, along with several aunts, uncles, and cousins. Survivors include his sons, Michael (Jessica) O’Connor and Jeffrey (Helen) O’Connor, all of Glens Falls; a very special granddaughter, Keira Jean O’Connor, also of Glens Falls; one sister, Carol (Gary) Pluta of Saratoga; two sisters-in-law, Debbie Johnston of Glens Falls, and Sharon Stone of North Carolina; five nephews, Jay Scarincio, Mark and Richard Pluta, and Mark and Ryan Johnston; one niece, Courtney Philbrick; and several cousins.

At his request, there will be no calling hours or funeral. Burial will be private and at the convenience of the family at Glens Falls Cemetery on Bay Street. Donations may be made, in loving memory of Bob, to ALS Center, 19 Warehouse Row, Albany, NY 12205. Bob’s family would like to thank Dr. Mihindu and his staff for the excellent care, Dr. Roberta Miller and the entire staff at ALS Center in Albany, and above all, Robert would like to thank his son, Michael and daughter-inlaw, Jessica, for the continued care to be able to stay at home for the last three years. Condolences may be mailed to Maynard D. Baker Funeral Home, 11 Lafayette St., Queensbury, NY 12804, or emailed through www. bakerfuneralhome.com.

Joseph A. Marcy Jr.

GREENWICH — Joseph A. Marcy Jr., 54, died unexpectedly Wednesday, May 8 while vacationing with his wife, Susan, on the Island of Aruba in the Dutch Antilles. Joe was a firefighter and certified state emergency medical technician with the city of Albany Fire Department for 25 years and had just recently retired in April of this year. He spent the majority of his firefighting career with Engine 1 “The Pride of Midtown” and also served, for a short period, on Truck 1 “The Southend.” Born on Oct. 2, 1958, in Albany, Joe was raised in South Schodack. He was a 1972 graduate

of Holy Spirit Elementary School in East Greenbush and was a proud member of the graduating Class of 1976 of Maple Hill High School in the town of Schodack. He continued his education at Hudson Valley Community College, where in 1979, he received a degree in marketing and management. Joe later graduated from Schenectady County Community College, where he majored in fire protection technology. He also attended Empire State College, where he furthered his studies in fire protection. Joe was the loving and caring husband of Susan M. O’Connor Marcy, whom he married May 16, 1981; the devoted son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph A. Marcy (Mary Patricia Miller); the dear brother of Katherine E. (Marcy) Seymour (Christopher) of Castleton, Patrick J. Marcy (Kelly) of Kirkville, Edward A. Marcy (Paula Mirabile) of Schenectady and the late Mary Frances Marcy; step-grandson of Carolyn (Young) Marcy of Florida; nephew of Elizabeth A. Miller of Ithaca and the late John Henry Miller; son-in-law of Leo

F. and Dorothy Anne O’Connor of Albany; brother-in-law of Leo F. O’Connor (Paula) of Rexford, Steven G. O’Connor (Roseanne) of Troy, Sean M. O’Connor (Margaret) of East Greenbush and James J. O’Connor (Deborah) of Hannacroix; special uncle of Austin, McKenzie, Abagail, Erin, Shawn, Shannon, Sarah (Patrick), Justin, Ryan (Jennifer), Matthew and Katie. Also surviving are several cousins and his brother firefighters. A Mass of Christian burial will be concelebrated at 11 a.m. Friday, in Parish of Mater Christi, 40 Hopewell St., Albany, where the Rev. John F. Tallman, Albany Fire Chaplain and Joe’s good friend, and the Rev. James J. Vaughn will officiate. Interment will follow in Most Holy Redeemer Cemetery, Niskayuna. In lieu of flowers, donations, in memory of Joseph A. Marcy, Jr., may be made to the Albany Firefighters Orphan and Widows Fund, in care of the Albany Firefighter’s Federal Credit Union, 532 Central Ave., Albany, NY 12206.

Week of May 17 – May 23, 2013

Walking Trail Nears Completion

Workers finish the paving of the walking trail. Photo courtesy of MarkBolles.com.

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continued from page 1 of different funds,” said Kress. “There are some New York Works moneys, some Recreational Trails funding and some New York State Infrastructure funding.” With work crews finalizing the end of the trail earlier this week, Wales said now it was up to the state to finish the trail system. “We had the pretty easy part,” said Wales. “We’ve completed the work on our end.” According to the New York State Parks & Recreation website, New York Works has invested $107,633 for the project, with a state investment of $200,000. People have been using the trail, which was open during the paving portion. The plans for the signalized crossing are presently being reviewed by the NYDOT. They were designed by Clough, Harbour & Associates. Once the design is approved, the NYDOT will send the project out for bids. “It will allow for safe crossing across Route 50,” said Kress, adding that the crossing would include a “button-generated” traffic light, which will be just south of the Center for the Family. The crossing is estimated to cost around $100,000. While the crossing is not expected to be completed until next fall, Kress said he hoped the trail portion of the project would be completed by the end of June. The off-road trail connection of Saratoga Springs to the YMCA with Spa State Park has been discussed for several years and included many different organizations including the Saratoga Springs Chamber of Commerce and Saratoga P.L.A.N. A gateway study of Route 50 was completed over two years ago, which suggested the safe crossing of Route 50 for hikers and bicycle riders to get from downtown to the state park on trails.

Week of May 17 – May 23, 2013

Martin’s Ultimate Goal: 2016 Olympics continued from page 1

it right away.” Martin, 24, did other sports, like volleyball, in high school, but was always more passionate about judo – a sport where she didn’t have to depend on anyone but herself. Up until her senior year of high school, she was coached by Jim Hrbek at Judo America in Schenectady, which later became Universal Judo. But when Hrbek moved to San Antonio that year, Martin figured she might fully go the college route and drop the sport. That was until she met fourtime Judo Olympian Jason Morris and started training at the Jason Morris Judo Center in Glenville just two weeks before graduation. It was around that time that Martin decided she wanted to do the sport full time. “Pretty much when I came here I decided it was what I wanted to do,” Martin said. “It was a whole new world of the sport – a different level. Everyone has more passion here and it’s very competitive. Jason Morris, he’s a great coach and probably the best in the country. Being coached under that is what makes it exciting. Every day I’m learning something new. That’s because my coach knows a lot and I know very little compared to him.” Martin got a degree at Schenectady County Community College and would go on to take classes at UAlbany, during her training and competitions. But her success has taken her far from the Capital Region many times – to 27 countries

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to be exact. In just 2013 alone, she has competed in France, Austria, Uruguay, Argentina and Costa Rica, while maintaining the No. 1 ranking in the 63 kilograms weight class. Martin also won her second straight U.S. National title in what has been a busy year. In 2011, Martin made the transition from 57 kg to 63 kg. The transition wasn’t an easy one. When she first moved to 64 kg, she was one-anddone in her first eight tournaments. Now she’s in her second stint ranked No. 1, and it hasn’t been for just two months like the first time. Martin has held that distinction for close to a year now. In the last two years, she has moved up over 90 spots on the International Judo Federation’s World Ranking List, currently sitting at No. 16 with 496 points. The literal translation for the Japanese word “judo” is “gentle way.” But if Morris could describe Martin’s style on the mat, it’s anything but that. He described it in one word: beast. Her “sickishly strong” upper body strength is one of her greatest assets, with the “Tai Otoshi” hip toss being one of her go-to moves. Strength is one thing, but what Morris said pushes Martin past others is her attributes, like consistency and passion, that cannot be taught. “She’s here every day,” Morris said. “Seven years every day equals World Masters…She’s a strong girl, determined and has a lot of drive, so

that pushes her past others.” If there has been anything that has changed for Martin in the snowballed success of the last two years, it’s her ability to really take in what her Morris has taught her. “I’ve learned to listen to my coach,” Martin said. “Listening to what he has to say instead of doing my own thing.” “Now she’s actually made it,” Morris said. “Knowledge is washing over her.” But the fact that she has made it and secured a top 16 ranking heading into Russia doesn’t have her settling down any time soon. “The further she goes, the further she will understand.” Morris, a 1992 Olympic silver medalist, said. “She’s got a long way to go. She’s in a great spot, but nothing is done. You have to keep feeding the beast. It’s a long stretch. Not only does she have to keep it up but she has to keep pushing forward.” “I never feel satisfied,” Martin said. “Even when I win a medal, or

tournament, I never feel satisfied. I hope I never feel that way because that’s not a good thing. You always want to keep pushing and not settle.” Martin will have to do just that in the next couple years to have a shot at her ultimate goal: winning a medal at the 2016 Olympics. As she continues stretches of tournaments around the world, she will have to get her ranking in the top 14 and continue racking up medals and points to qualify for the Olympics. In short, she has to keep going, something she has continued

to do throughout her whole career thus far. “The whole journey is a challenge,” Martin said. “Life goes on as you’re going through the journey. Life goes on as you’re doing judo… It’s been a crazy seven years.” Martin will be meeting up with three other athletes from the United States on her way to Russia. The World Judo Masters starts Friday, May 24, and will feature 220 participants from 45 countries at the Palace of Sport with $200,000 up for grabs in total prize money.

BUSINESS

Building a Multi-Generational Workplace SARATOGA SPRINGS — Deborah Mackin, renowned teambuilding author, will be presenting on Building an Innovative, MultiGenerational Workplace in Tech Valley—the second of four presentations—on Thursday, May 30 from 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Registration, continental breakfast and networking begin at 7:30 a.m. and the program begins at 7:45 a.m. at Empire State College’s Center for Distance Learning, 113 West Avenue, Saratoga Springs. Cost to attend is $20 per person. Call Shelby Schneider at (518) 587-0945. The topic to be discussed will be how do we get all three generations

of our workforce working together effectively? What does it take to lead Baby Boomers, to groom Gen X and to build the leadership skills of Gen Y or Millennials? Since the professional world has become a mix of generational knowledge, few have stopped to try and understand what assets they have by having all these generations in one area. Many find that the differing generations butt heads; however Mackin will be presenting on how to get these generations to work together to create more organizational leaders. Joining Mackin this time around is newcomer and fellow leadership author,

Matthew Harrington, who will add a Gen Y twist to the presentation. Harrington is seen as a subject matter expert in the field of Millennial workers having presented and written on the topic extensively. Mackin states, “Managing a diverse workplace can be difficult at times. Finding the key to using every generation’s strengths can make the workplace more productive and less tense. I find that in order to keep the harmony going among those of the Baby Boomer generation, Gen-X and that of Generation Y, you need to find the skills that are divergent and develop them for the benefit of the organization.”

Pizza Hut Fundraiser to Benefit After The Fire SARATOGA SPRINGS — For over 15 years, Pizza Hut has sponsored non-profit organizations, allowing them to receive 20 percent of an evening’s sales. This year, After The Fire will be the beneficiary of this program. Pizza Hut will donate 20 percent of all meals, dine in or carry out, at their restaurants in Ballston Spa, 2103

Doubleday Ave. (518-885-7433), or Saratoga Springs, 8 Ballston Ave. (518584-9000) on Tuesday, June 18 from 4 to 8 p.m., to After The Fire. After The Fire assists families in Saratoga County who have suffered a loss due to fire. They are comprised entirely of volunteers and exist totally on donations.

Families receive gift cards, a night’s stay at a participating hotel or motel, personal care items, Red Cross referral, informational material, emotional support and more. Anyone interested in becoming a volunteer may leave a message on voicemail at (518) 435-4571, or visit www.afterthefire.org.

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Week of May 17 – May 23, 2013

Alpin Haus Promotes Jonathan Baker to Sales Manager SARATOGA SPRINGS — Alpin Haus, one of the Northeast’s largest, family-owned, independent RV retailers and a name synonymous with outdoor family recreation, has announced the promotion of Jonathan Baker to sales manager of the Alpin Haus RV store in Saratoga Springs. Baker is charged with the responsibility of overseeing all sales staff and training at the location. Baker is the son of longtime Alpin Haus employee Dave Baker, sales manager at the Alpin Haus RV store in Amsterdam. As a teenager, the younger Baker worked under his father as a lot attendant before leaving for SUNY Buffalo, where he graduated with a degree in business

administration in 2006. Baker returned to Alpin Haus, first as a salesperson, then the business manager at the Saratoga Springs RV store prior to his most recent promotion. He replaces Bob Brundige, who retired in March after a 40-year career at Alpin Haus. “Jonathan has been part of the Alpin Haus family for most of his life,” said Andy Heck, president of Alpin Haus. “His dedication and passion are as evident today as they were 15 years ago when he began washing and moving RVs at our Amsterdam store. We’re excited to have Jonathan at the helm of our Saratoga Springs location. Baker is an avid golfer and ardent sports fan. He lives in Clifton Park.

Saratoga County Young Professionals Meeting SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Saratoga County Young Professionals will be meeting on Tuesday, May 7 at the Saratoga City Tavern, from 5 to 7 p.m. The Adirondack Trust Company is the 2013 sponsor of the Saratoga Young Professionals Network. The Saratoga Young Professionals Network meets on a monthly basis and is an energetic group, made up of younger professionals in Saratoga County and

beyond. On Tuesday, May 7, they will be meeting at the Saratoga City Tavern for their monthly networking mixer. Join them for drink specials, hors d’oeuvres and networking. These mixers are always energetic with great networking opportunities. Cost is $10. This event is open to everyone who is looking to network with local young professionals. For more information, or to make your reservation, please visit www. saratoga.org or call (518) 584-3255.

BUSINESS

Week of May 17 – May 23, 2013

Gaffney’s and Saratoga Springboard Team Up to Support Saratoga Mentoring SARATOGA SPRINGS — Saratoga Springboard, a group of young, professional volunteers dedicated to empowering non-profits in Saratoga County has teamed up with Saratoga Mentoring to enhance programming in the community. Saratoga Mentoring is a program deeply rooted in Saratoga Springs that has been providing services to youths in challenging circumstances for more than 20 years. Saratoga Springboard will be hosted a fundraising dinner at Gaffney’s Restaurant on Wednesday, May 15. Gaffney’s donated 20 percent of the proceeds from all dining room purchases. In working with past project partners such as Caffé Lena, Franklin Community Center and

Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation, Saratoga Springboard has provided a signature fundraising events that the agencies themselves carry out in subsequent years. “This year, our focus is a bit different,” notes Alysa Arnold, founding member and Saratoga Springboard Vice President. The group will be working to raise awareness and establish a marketing plan that coincides with an annual appeal to the community, which Saratoga Mentoring will execute. At the same time, they are looking for unique opportunities to increase funding. “We are so glad to have the support of Gaffney’s in our mission.” Through their partnership, Saratoga Mentoring will unveil a new logo, launch a social media

campaign to better connect with the community and educate the public about their mission with the ultimate goal of raising needed funds. “Saratoga Mentoring is truly remarkable—they care for the entire family unit, not just the children enrolled in the program. They take extreme care to ensure all of the needs of the family are met. It is inspiring to witness and I wish more people were aware of the amazing opportunities they are providing” says Betsy Boland, founding member and Saratoga Springboard President. To learn more about Saratoga Mentoring’s partnership with Saratoga Springboard, please visit saratogaspringboard.com or facebook.com/saratogaspringboard.

Divorce Mediation Services Open in Malta SARATOGA SPRINGS — Michele Martin, financial advisor and divorce mediator, launched Divorce Agree, a business offering divorce mediation services in Malta. Mediation is a non-adversarial and cost effective option available to divorcing couples. In New York, a divorce that goes to trial can cost upwards of $50,000 or more, whereas a mediated divorce might cost between $2,000 and $7,000. Mediation also affords the couple control over the divorce process and allows creative solutions to problems that might otherwise be decided by a judge. Mediation can also help couples avoid the animosity so common in divorce. Martin said “I believe the way a couple handles their divorce dictates the tone of the rest of their lives. My ex-husband and I mediated our divorce several years ago and today we have a very amicable relationship and are partners in parenting our son and I attribute much of that to the fact that we mediated our divorce. I am excited to assist

couples achieve the best possible outcome for their family.” Divorce mediation, when pursued, has a 90 percent success rate in coming to settlement agreements that keeps couples out of court and studies show that mediated agreements are more likely to be honored by the parties than litigated settlements. Because of this more and more courts in the U.S. are ordering couples try mediation before taking their divorce to the courts. Prior to training to be a divorce mediator Martin spent 20 years in the financial services industry and she holds the Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA) designation. A CDFA assists clients to understand how the financial decisions made today will impact their financial future. Martin added “My background as a financial advisor is an added benefit to my clients in creating financial solutions that afford both parties the ability to remain on a solid financial footing post-divorce.” Martin offers couples a free

consultation to educate them on mediation as well as the other options available to them. Divorce Agree is located in Malta Commons which is convenient to divorcing couples from all over the greater Ca pital District and North Country including Saratoga, Warren, Albany and Schenectady Counties. The phone number is (518) 813-6098 and Divorce Agree can be found on the web at www.divorceagree.com.

Fingerpaint’s Upcoming New Office and Town Parking Lot Meetings SARATOGA SPRINGS — Fingerpaint is moving to their new office over the weekend, at 395 Broadway. The parking lot behind the building (old Borders building), will be for Fingerpaint employees, with a parking tag. However, the parking lot will be open to the public at no charge on weekends from 7 p.m. Friday, to 11 p.m. Sunday. In addition, the lot will be made available for local non-profit organizations to raise funds by charging for parking during events and specific weekends. Details will be announced in the near future.

Olde Saratoga Brewing Beer Takes the Gold SARATOGA SPRINGS — Saratoga Lager and Mendocino Imperial Stout were named the best two craft beers in the Hudson Valley at the Tap New York Craft Beer and Fine Food Festival. Both beers are produced by Olde Saratoga Brewing Co. of Saratoga Springs. Saratoga Lager was awarded the gold and Mendocino received the silver. The annual competition is held in Hunter Mountain in New York’s Greene County.

Town of Ballston: Ballston Town Hall 323 Charlton Road 885-8502 www.townofballstonny.org 5/29: Planning Board, 7:30 p.m. Village of Ballston Spa: 66 Front Street 885-5711 www.ballstonspany.org 5/27: Village Board of Trustees, 7:30 p.m. Town of Greenfield: 7 Wilton Road 893-7432 www.townofgreenfield.com 5/28: Planning Board, 7 p.m. Town of Malta: 2540 Route 9 899-2818 www.malta-town.org 5/21: Planning Board 6:30 p.m. Town of Milton: 503 Geyser Road 885-9220 www.townofmiltonny.org 5/23: Zoning Board, 7 p.m. City of Saratoga Springs: 474 Broadway 587-3550 www.saratoga-springs.org 5/20: Zoning Board of Appeals, 7 p.m. Town of Saratoga: 12 Spring Street, Schuylerville 695-3644 www.townofsaratoga.com 5/22: Planning Board, 7:30p.m. Village of Schuylerville: 35 Spring Street 695-3881 www.villageofschuylerville.org 5/27: Planning Board, 6:30 p.m. Town of S tillwater: 66 East St., Riverside Mechanicville, NY 12118 www.stillwaterny.org 5/20: Planning Board, 7 p.m. 5/21: Board of Trustees, 7 p.m. 5/27: Zoning Board, 7:30 p.m. Town of Wilton: 22 Traver Road 587-1939 www.townofwilton.com 5/23: Zoning Board, 6:30 p.m. Saratoga County Board of Supervisors: 40 McMaster St, #1 Ballston Spa, NY 12020 (518) 885-2240 www.saratogacountyny.gov

Education

Week of May 17 – May 23, 2013

Ballston Spa Schools Kick Up Technology Learning with Launch of Internal Network by Chelsea DiSchiano Saratoga TODAY

BALLSTON SPA — After the unveiling of its new Instructional Technology Plan, the Ballston Spa Central School District recently launched a 24/7 internal network called BSpa Connected, which will allow teachers and students to access learning resources online both at school and at home anytime. The launch of the network is one of the first steps in the district’s goal to focus on the digital conversion of learning. The portal will allow both teachers and students to access the district’s network from any device make, model or operating system and will hold tools to supplement instruction in the classroom and outside. “Our goal is to improve opportunities for teaching and learning,” said James Lovett, coordinator of Instructional Technology. “So as we develop more blended, flipped and online learning environments, this was a natural progression. We can

now allow for safe, managed access to our network anytime, anytime place. Teaching and learning can now happen outside the school walls and beyond school hours with BSpa Connected.” Part of the implementation of BSpa Connected is the “BYOD,” or “Bring Your Own Device,” initiative. BYOD will allow students to safely bring in their own non-district tablet devices or computers to access course content and instructional materials. “We brought BYOD into the district two years ago when we started using Overdrive and eBooks,” Lovett explained. “We limited BYOD to the library and allowed students and staff to bring in their Internet connected devices to download eBooks. We were able to test the network configuration and it gave us time to begin helping our teachers shift the way they develop and deliver their curriculum.” Though the school district can’t provide all students with their own devices, Lovett said there is no particular advantage or disadvantage to having a computer in class. “In classes that these instructional shifts have been or are being made,

students who do not have devices will have them provided,” Lovett said. “In all other classes, students are welcome to BYOD, but there is no advantage or disadvantage to having a computer. We understand not all students will have their own device and our implementation plan will keep us sensitive to this.” Lovett added that though students can bring their own devices, they will still be filtered and secure for the safety of the students. “Students who bring their devices will still be web filtered, exactly as they would on a district owned device,” he said. “While instruction drives decision making, we can’t lose sight of safety and security of students.” Though the network is already fully configured, teachers are currently building courses and

supporting instruction using the district’s open-source Collaborative Learning Environment in preparation of the network being completely live this fall. Lovett said he thinks the changes will “help students learn at their own pace and make differentiation much easier.” “I think [going digital] will give them access to resources they didn’t have before,” Lovett said. “All of our research databases are online. Allowing them access to filtered internet gives them the opportunity to be self-directed in their learning—they’ll be able to collaborate and communicate digitally. We’re trying to make the high school experience more like the college and real world experience.” Lovett added that he also thinks teachers will enjoy BSpa

Connected as well. “Many of our courses are delivered electronically and more will be delivered that way in the fall,” Lovett said. “We allow students to work at their own pace and let teachers focus on helping the students who need help. [Teachers] are excited—we have done our best to make the process gradual and give them access to the tools and training that they need. As a former classroom teacher myself, it’s exciting to think about the opportunities for learning.” For more information on BSpa Connected, visit the district website at www.bscsd.org or contact James Lovett, coordinator of Instructional Technology, at jlovett@bscsd.org for specific information on BSpa Connected.

‘What We Keep’: Life Stories of Maplewood Manor Residents BALLSTON SPA — The Saratoga County Historical Society today announced that What We Keep, readings of life stories from people now living at Maplewood Manor Nursing Home, will be read at the Brookside Museum. The event will be held Saturday, May 18,

from 2–3 p.m., and will be free and open to the public. The stories were written by author Mary Cuffe Perez of Galway from interviews with 10 residents of the county run nursing home during 2012-13. The stories, two pages each, are compiled in the collection,

What We Keep: Life Stories from Maplewood Manor, published by the Village Press of Galway Central School. Students from the Press were also photographers for the project and publication designers. The stories focus on life episodes inspired by keepsakes— whether object, photo, song or just a vivid memory. Storytellers range in age from 76 to 98 and their stories offer a one of a kind point of view on life during the last century. Many of the people interviewed had never told their stories to anyone, not even family members. “People don’t ask us about our lives,” says Lillian Bills, a resident of Maplewood who formerly lived in Galway. “They tell us about their lives, but they don’t ask us about ours.” Many of the people whose stories are in the booklet will be in the audience for the reading, along with family members, some of whom will read their relative’s story. A PowerPoint with photos of each storyteller will be shown along with a brief talk about the project. The Saratoga County Historical Society at Brookside is a non-profit organization located at 6 Charlton Street in Ballston Spa that inspires community memory by telling the story of Saratoga County through engaging exhibits and interactive programs. Brookside’s programs and services are made possible in part by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Andrew Cuomo and the New York State Legislature. For more information, please visit brooksidemuseum. org or call (518) 885-4000.

Education

Week of May 17 – May 23, 2013

BOCES Students Win Carol Hartman Memorial Scholarship

Spencer Kilburn, one of the winners of the scholarship, wears his chef hat at school.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Spencer Kilburn and Brandon Vianna are the recipients of the Carol Hartman Memorial School-to-Work Scholarship. Co-sponsored by the Saratoga-Adirondack Job Service Employer Committee (JSEC) and the Longfellow’s Restaurant Scholarship Award program, the scholarship is an award of $500. Spencer, who is a culinary arts student from Gansevoort, is a student at South High in South

Glens Falls. In the fall, he will attend Johnson & Wales College of Culinary Arts. Brandon, who is a graphic arts student from Stillwater, attends Schuylerville High School. In the fall, he will attend Lyndon State College of Vermont where he will continue his study in graphic arts and photography. Both students are graduating in June from their respective high schools and the F. Donald Myers Education Center.

Schuylerville School District Budget and Election Proposal Votes to Take Place May 21 SCHUYLERVILLE — Schuylerville residents will go to the polls on Tuesday, May 21 to vote on a proposed $32.06 million budget for the 2013-2014 school year. Voting will take place from noon to 9 p.m. at Schuylerville Elementary School. Community residents also will select Board of Education members, consider two propositions and vote in the Schuylerville Public Library board of trustees election. After two years of spending decreases, Schuylerville’s budget proposal calls for a spending increase of 3.52 percent. The projected tax levy increase is 1.66 percent, which is below Schuylerville’s state-determined tax levy cap of 3.62 percent. Tax rates for individual properties will be determined over the summer once equalization rates and assessments are available for the district’s seven towns. Also part of the May 21 vote: Two propositions, district Board of Education elections and public library trustee elections In addition to considering the proposed 2013-2014 school budget, Schuylerville residents will also vote on two propositions—the purchase of buses and the establishment of a capital reserve fund dedicated to

improving and/or reconstructing the district’s turf field in 15 to 20 years. Residents will also vote in the district’s Board of Education elections and in the board of trustees election for the Schuylerville Public Library. Proposition #1: Bus Purchases Voters will determine if the district will be authorized to fund the replacement of school buses that are beyond their life expectancy. Two 65-passenger diesel buses would be purchased at a maximum cost of $214,000. Approximately $175,694, or 82.1 percent, of the cost is reimbursed to the district in the form of state aid. There is no impact on 20132014 taxes and the average impact over the five-year payoff period is less than 0.1 percent annually. Proposition #2: Establishment of Capital Reserve Fund Voters will determine if the district will be authorized to create a capital reserve fund for the purpose of improving, renovating or replacing the district’s turf field in the

future. The account, which cannot exceed $500,000, will be funded by the rental fees collected from outside organizations for the turf field use. Voter approval is needed to establish a capital reserve fund and will again be necessary when the funds are used in approximately 15 to 20 years to improve or replace the field. Board of Education Elections Two seats will be available on Schuylerville Central School District’s Board of Education beginning July 1, 2013. Board of Education members serve five-year terms on a voluntary basis. The following five residents are running for the two available seats: Robert Thivierge, Denise Zdobnikow (incumbent), William Corrigan, Louis Maggiore and Jon Beaulac. Schuylerville Public Library Board of Trustees Elections The Schuylerville Public Library is also holding elections for three seats on its board of trustees. Candidates for the three positions will be named by the library before the election is held.

Galway Central School to Present Academic Plans for 2013–2014 School Year to Parents and Area Realtors GALWAY — Galway Central School’s administrative team presented information to area realtors on the district’s academic plans for the 2013-14 school year at 11 a.m. May 15, in the junior/senior high school library. The presentation was also given to parents.

Galway Junior and Senior high school students will see an increase in the rigor of the educational program, including more electives, new Distance Learning and University in the High School courses in the 2013-2014 school year. In addition, the Joseph Henry

Elementary School will focus on early intervention, project-based learning, additional K-6 science labs, and an innovative enrichment experience through Skidmore College. For more information, call (518) 882-1221, extension 3200.

Skidmore’s 102nd Commencement to Be Held May 18 at SPAC SARATOGA SPRINGS — Skidmore’s Class of 2013, expected to total 605 baccalaureate candidates and seven candidates for the master of arts in liberal studies, will participate in the College’s 102nd Commencement exercises on Saturday, May 18 at the Saratoga Performing Arts Center. The ceremony begins at 10:40 a.m. Rebecca Krefting, assistant professor of American Studies, was chosen by the graduates to deliver the commencement remarks. A former stand-up comic and improv actress, Krefting is widely interdisciplinary in her interests, exploring in her teaching and research such diverse areas as women’s

history and literature, diversity and identity, popular culture, U.S. humor and the history of comic performance. She is currently working on a monograph titled: All Joking Aside: American Humor and Its Discontents (Johns Hopkins University Press). In this examination of 21st-century stand-up comedy, Krefting establishes a new genre of comedic production—charged humor—and charts its pathways from production to consumption. Teaching a civic-engagement course last fall that explored the lives of women who through history have worked for social change and justice, Krefting worked with

students in organizing “FemFest,” a fundraising event for Camp Little Notch, a girls’ camp in Fort Ann. Her students visited the camp, met with staff there, and got a firsthand feel for its mission and goals.

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NEWS

Week of May 17 – May 23, 2013

Quarantine Issued for Vernon Downs Some Horses Had Raced at Saratoga by Patricia Older Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA SPRINGS — While three horses have been positively diagnosed with a potentially fatal virus in Vernon Downs Raceway, just west of Utica, and several of the horses at the race track recently raced at the Saratoga harness track, officials with the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets say Saratoga should be fine for the 2013 racing season. “There are no known cases of EHV-1 at Saratoga,” said Joe Morrissey, public information officer for NYSDAM. “[But,] prior to EHV-1 being discovered at Vernon Downs, some horses at that track did race at the Saratoga harness track.” He added that

none of those horses are infected or part of the quarantine. Three horses were diagnosed at Vernon Downs Raceway earlier this month with a strain of the Equine Herpes Virus Type 1, known as EHV-1, and some of the horses that are at that track had raced at the Saratoga Harness Track. But, Morrissey said that so far, only the three horses at Vernon Downs have been diagnosed with the potentially fatal disease. One had to be euthanized. EHV-1 is a fairly common virus for horses with most horses exposed to it over their lifetimes. The viral infection can cause respiratory distress, abortion in pregnant mares, and death to newborn foals as well as cause neurological issues. “It is a rare event for the virus to cause neurologic disease,” said Morrissey. “When it does happen,

we take it quite seriously and take all reasonable precautions to prevent further spread.” The horse which was euthanized had developed neurological troubles. The infected horses will be quarantined until at least the end of the month. Two barns at Vernon Downs—barn number four and barn number two, are under strict quarantine. The only

persons allowed to enter the barns are horse caretakers assigned to those barns. The animals cannot be raced or trained during the quarantine period. Morrissey said the virus can be transmitted through direct or indirect contact—secretions, as well as airborne droplets among animals in close proximity can spread it from horse to horse. The virus does not pose any health problems for humans.

“Hand washing and precautions on sharing equipment between horses goes a long way in helping curb the spread of this disease,” said Morrissey. The euthanized horse was in barn number four and had been trained by Edgar Clarke. Morrissey said the horse was put down “due to extremely poor condition, neurologic disease and a very poor prognosis.”

Bocelli, Flay Top TRF 30th Anniversary Spring Celebrations A rare opportunity to spend an evening with Andrea Bocelli, the greatest classical tenor of his generation. A chance to meet and mingle with superstar chef Bobby Flay at his own Manhattan restaurant. Even a casual stroll in historic Saratoga Springs to sample local food and wine. All three upcoming events will be offered soon, and all will benefit the Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation (TRF) as it celebrates in 30th anniversary. The TRF, a non-profit organization, came into existence in June 1983. Since then, it has succeeded in finding homes for more than 4,000 Thoroughbred horses after their racing careers ended. Based in Saratoga Springs, the TRF is funded by donations, with 83 percent of each dollar going directly to horse care and adoption programs. On Thursday, June 13, Andrea Bocelli will perform at the TimesUnion Center in Albany on one of his final performances before heading back to Italy for a European tour. Born

with poor eyesight, he lost his vision completely after a football accident at the age of 12. Bocelli, however, was also born with a passion and enormous talent for music. He began studying piano at age six and later on learned to play flute, guitar, saxophone, trumpet, trombone and drums. It is his voice, however, that has catapulted him to international fame. Special TRF tickets for Bocelli’s performance at the Times-Union center range from $600 (best floor seating) to $300 (mid-bowl seating) and include admission to pre-concert cocktail party at 6 p.m., as well as a post-concert gathering where Bocelli himself will greet the attendees. A portion of each ticket will be donated to TRF, and tickets may be reserved by calling (518) 226-0028, or through email at info@trfinc.org. Downstate, on Thursday, June 6, Bobby Flay will become the third recipient of the TRF’s Earle I. Mack Thoroughbred Champion Award, which is given annually to an individual for outstanding efforts and influence on the welfare, safety and

retirement of Thoroughbred racehorses. The presentation will be made at Flay’s Bar Americain restaurant, 152 52nd Street in New York City. The party will feature “The Foods of Bobby Flay,” as well as an auction of select stallion seasons. Tickets for the event, which will also benefit the Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation are $400 and may be reserved by calling (518) 2260028, or through email at info@trfinc. org. This event, supported by the New York Racing Association, will be held two days before the 145th running of the Belmont Stakes at Belmont Park. Closer to home, on Wednesday, May 29, the TRF offers Saratoga Sip & Stroll from 6 p.m.—9 p.m., where people can sample wine and food offered by more than 20 downtown restaurants. Advance tickets are $20, or $25 on the day of the event. For more information on these events and other TRF happening, please call (518) 226-0028, email TRF at info@trfinc.org or check out the TRF page on Facebook (Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation Inc.)

Saratoga Race Course to Host Job Fair for Upcoming Meet SARATOGA SPRINGS — The New York Racing Association, Inc. (NYRA) will host a three-day job fair at Saratoga Race Course for those interested in working at Saratoga during the 2013 meet, which will run for 40 days from July 19 through Labor Day, September 2. This year will mark the 150th anniversary of the first organized thoroughbred race meeting in Saratoga, which took place over the course of four days in August 1863. Opportunities are available for: security, white caps (ushers), parking attendants, cleaning, utility workers, turf work and general

labor, retail clerks, wait staff, bartenders, cooks, prep cooks, food service helpers, cashiers, porters and barbacks, food service supervisors and counter workers, giveaway helpers (part-time only) and parimutuel betting clerks. Positions are available with NYRA, Centerplate, Union Square Events, Forum Staffing Services, and Pritchard Sports and Entertainment. Interviews will be held at the Carousel near the East Avenue Gate from 2 to 6 p.m. on Thursday, June 13; from 2 to 6 p.m. on Friday, June 14; and from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on

Saturday, June 15. Interviews for Shake Shack positions with Union Square Events will be conducted on Friday and Saturday only. Applicants must be at least 16 years of age with working papers and prospective pari-mutuel clerks must be 18 years of age or older and have significant cash handling experience in order to apply. All applicants must have with them a photo ID and social security card or I-9 alternative. For more information, contact the Saratoga employment line at (718) 659-3550 or SaratogaJobs@ nyrainc.com.

NEWS

Week of May 17 – May 23, 2013

Brookside Seeks Wedding RPC–VetHelp Seeks Votes to Win $250,000 and Further Help Veterans Photos for Exhibit by Brian Cremo Saratoga TODAY BALLSTON SPA — The Saratoga County Rural Preservation Company–Veterans Housing Employment and Lifeskills Programs needs votes to capitalize on their April Home Depot Aprons in Action win and have chance at the grand prize of $250,000. The year-long Facebook voting program has RPC–VetHELP up against nine other finalists, who each won one month’s competition dating back to June 2012. RPC– VetHELP won $25,000 in the April Aprons in Action event, qualifying them for the chance to now win even more. The non-profit with the most votes by May 31 on Home Depot’s Facebook page, www.facebook. com/homedepotfoundation, or apronsinaction.homedepotfoundation.org, will win the first place prize, while second place receives $150,000 and third place earns $100,000. As of Tuesday, May 14, RPC– VetHELP sits in fourth place with 8,085 votes. The Saratoga County RPC is a non-profit organization that includes VetHELP, which serves the needs of homeless military veterans by empowering them to embrace and maintain independent living and self-sufficiency. The April contest will help the RPC–VetHELP’s female veteran Guardian House in Ballston Spa with a healthy living area project and thrift store that will be used as a training facility to help female veterans become independent and further develop skills to re-enter the workforce. Kathy Dunlap, a Navy veteran who has lived at the Guardian House since October 21, 2011 – 18 days after it opened for residence – said she is one example of the help offered by the RPC. “I have done a complete turnaround from when I entered here,” Dunlap said. “Literally, I could not coordinate myself (before the Guardian House). I had an apartment that I failed at keeping and when it came time to packing out, I didn’t know what way to turn. I was literally turning around in circles in the middle of the floor because I couldn’t figure out where to go and what to do next.”

Dunlap is the youngest of six kids, five of whom joined the military. She joined the Navy in 1980 and served through 1986, becoming a Petty Officer Second Class E5 Electronics Technician. While stationed in Thurso, Scotland, she would take primary broadcasts from Norfolk and repeat them for North Atlantic. Her military experience helped her get a job with Xerox in South Carolina, and later Albany, but the transition time back in the states was not easy. “I probably have not been normal, mentally, my adult life,” Dunlap said. “It’s something with women in the military,” Dunlap said. “It’s like once we’re out, we never served. That part of our life doesn’t exist anymore. We just keep going on.” Dunlap said strides have been made to change that mindset and also help female veterans know the resources for help are out there – like the RPC’s Guardian House, where almost everyone who works there is a veteran themselves. It’s a place where people can talk to somebody who understands what veterans are going through, Dunlap said. “Just call,” Dunlap recommended for anyone in a position similar to what she was once in. “This is the right place for you. They’ll help you find the right place. They are here for the veteran women. It doesn’t matter if you get help from us or someone else. They’re here for you.” Dunlap said that going to

support groups and “getting her head straight” was made possible by the support at the Guardian House, knowing that she could go to therapy and come back to know people were there to help. The RPC and VetHELP did just that for Dunlap – they helped. Dunlap has since signed a lease for her own apartment, which she is moving into June 1. “VetHELP, which is the umbrella under which we all operate, they do everything,” Dunlap said. “They help you with housing. They help with employment. They’ve got the men’s house (Vet House) and the women’s house for the homeless people. They help you get connected to get health care. It’s an umbrella that helps you get in touch with everything.” Now, Dunlap is the assistant house manager at the Guardian House, volunteers at a spay and neuter clinic and is the president of the depression bipolar support line for Saratoga County. Hopeful for Aprons in Action votes, she said the money could be used for creating a computer room and add to their exercise equipment amongst other things, as $100,000 plus would help improve both the men’s house and women’s house tremendously. Regardless of the votes, Saratoga County is a place Dunlap has grown to love. “I love Saratoga County,” Dunlap said. “They bleed red white and blue. This is a very patriotic county.”

SARATOGA SPRINGS — In preparation for the upcoming exhibit “Here Comes the Bride” at Brookside Museum, they are looking for the public to donate a copy of their own wedding photo for display at the museum. If you would like to partake in this, please send in duplicate of your wedding photo, ideally printed between 5 x 7 inches to letter page size. One part of the exhibit focuses on the wedding dress so a photo of the bride and groom or the bride and bridesmaids would be ideal. Please write clearly or type the

details for the photo on the back of the photo such as whose wedding it is, when and where it occurred and any little story you would like to go along with the photo. The photos will be hung and will visible from the front and back. Please do not provide any originals, as we will not return the photos once the exhibit is finished. Please post the photo to Kathleen Coleman at Brookside Museum, 6 Charlton Street, Ballston Spa, NY 12020. They need all photos submitted by May 31. The exhibit will open on June 14.

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NEWS

Week of May 17 – May 23, 2013

Wilton Meeting Gets Heated Over Mega-Building by Patricia Older Saratoga TODAY

WILTON — While the Wilton Planning Board chair did his best to keep residents calm and remind them the board’s hands were tied in the matter of approving the Gordon Development proposal for a threestory multi-use building on Route 9, the meeting got heated as residents and applicants began talking out of turn and interrupting one another at Wednesday night’s public hearing. “I would strongly suggest you take control of this meeting,” stated Planning Board attorney Mark Schachner. “It is very difficult to produce a good record of a proceeding when we’re having a freefor-all like we’re having now.”

Schachner urged board Chair Mike Dobis to restore order for the sake of the proceedings and to help Planning Board Secretary Lucy Harlow prepare meeting minutes that were accurate. Many of the residents spoke about the fact that Route 9 is a two-lane corridor and that if the project is allowed to go through as proposed, its traffic and the traffic of future projects would have a cumulative effect, impacting everyone who has chosen Wilton as their home. Jen DuBois, who lives on Peabody Place off of Route 9, said she had missed previous meetings on the proposed building, but she became interested as she surveyed commercial properties for sale along the corridor. “There are 10 commercial lots for sale, and there are the

apartments on the east side and the Dairy Haus—these are all on a twolane road,” said Dubois. “I am confused on how we are keeping this with the feel of a hamlet and the traffic flow. Not counting the potential development past Worth Road, I am surprised how little organization is being done in regards to the traffic flow down Route 9.” Dobis said that, originally, development along Route 9 had been a mesh, but they had tried to address those issues with the Master Plan. “I have been on this board for 29 years and if we look at the history of Route 9, it was primarily residential,” said Dobis. “With the Comprehensive Plan, we were trying to get away from more piecemeal because over time it had become a mishmash of uses.” DuBios shot back that even so, was anyone taking into consideration that Route 9 was only two lanes? “It is a very narrow two-lane

road,” said DuBios. It then went into a back and forth with the chairman trying to explain that it was a state road and the town had no jurisdiction over it and Dubois countering that she lives “in the country and I have to deal with city traffic. It is not fun.” “This group has been a very active group and I love it,” replied Dobis. “But this group sometimes deals with old ordinances and misinformation. You may not like what you hear, but I am trying to give you an honest answer. We still have to work with the rules and we, as a planning board and a zoning board, have certain things we have to adhere to.” The traffic study completed by Creighton Manning indicates the proposed 114-unit complex with nearly 17,000 square feet of commercial space will generate only 55 more vehicles per hour on Route 9. The study says the corridor now handles approximately 500 to 550 cars each hour, less than the 1000

capacity. Board member David Gabay questioned the study, asking how can “114 units generate less than 50 additional cars?” “We are hitting that critical point—it is like when we see an algae bloom and it is this big,” said Gabay, holding his hand a couple of inches apart. “And next time we look we it this big,” as he widened the distance to a couple of feet. Mike Nadolny, traffic engineer for Creighton Manning shot back that they had not “cooked” the traffic numbers for the project. “We are not trying to pull the wool over anyone’s eyes,” said Nadolny. “We can cry and scream all we want, if the state doesn’t give us [the directive to improve the roadway,] it isn’t there.” Gabay countered, noting that the residents and the board has the right to question the figures. “Look at Rosa Parks—if she didn’t speak up, she’d still be sitting on the back of the bus,” said Gabay.

SPAC’s “Rock & Run” Raises the Volume with Addition of 10K to 5K and 1K Events SARATOGA SPRINGS — A new 10K has been added to SPAC’s popular “Rock & Run” 5K fundraiser scheduled for Sunday, May 19 at SPAC. The event kicks off at 9 a.m. with a 1K Kids’ Run, followed by the 5K at 9:30 a.m. and the 10K at 10:30 a.m. Over 20 top Capital Region bands will perform along certified running routes and at the free, post-race party on SPAC’s lawn. Online registration is available at www.areep.com. All proceeds will benefit SPAC’s Vivienne Anderson program which hosts underserved children at classical performances. “Our ‘Rock & Run’ is the

perfect, high-energy kick off to our season and a wonderful way to support opportunities for local children to experience the performing arts,” said Marcia J. White, SPAC’s president and executive director. “Since we first introduced the ‘Rock & Run’ 5K three years ago, it has become a favorite among local runners, families and the community. With the addition of a new 10K course and twice the number of bands, we are raising the volume on this great event. Tremendous thanks are owed to our Action Council members, whose creativity, time and effort are at the core of Rock & Run’s success.”

The headlining band for the post-race festivities will be The Acoustic Brotherhood, led by Soul Session’s Garland Nelson and Audiostar front man, Jay Yager, two of the Capital Region’s leading musicians. New bands joining the race this year include Hard Soul, Bridgette Guerrette, M.R. Poulopoulos, Molly Durnin, Summer of Doug, Above The Flood, Rob Jonas, Erin Harkes, Zan Strumfield, Immune Friction, Pony in the Pancake, and CRUSH, winners of last year’s Battle of the Bands. Back by popular demand will be Black Mountain Symphony, The Dirt Cheap Band, Tamer Lane, KIDDJ, and Greg Irwin who will play bagpipes at the start of the race. Other features of the Rock & Run include performance/moisture-wicking shirts for the first 1,000 pre-registered 5K and 10K runners, tickets to SPAC’s Wine & Food and Fall Ferrari Festival for the top male/female finishers, tickets to SPAC classical performances for the top male and female finishers in each age category, finisher awards for all children participating in the Kids’ Race, and a free, post race party with live music, refreshments and children’s activities.

Week of May 17 – May 23, 2013

Derby Winner in Baltimore and Ready for Preakness

by Brendan O’Meara for Saratoga TODAY Orb, the stunning winner of the Kentucky Derby presented by Yum! Brands, is in Baltimore and ready for a bid on the second jewel of the coveted, yet elusive, Triple Crown. Not since 1978, when Affirmed and Alydar went hoof-to-hoof from the Derby to the Belmont, has there been a Triple Crown winner. There have been flirtations—five in the last 11 years—but none have been able to close the deal. Enter Orb (Post 1, 1-1). Orb romped in the Kentucky Derby as the favorite, as a seasoned, though mildly raced horse. On an off-track (muddy), he proved his class and powered down the center of the track kicking clear of Golden Soul, Revolutionary and Normandy Invasion. The win gave Orb’s trainer, Claude “Shug” McGaughey, his first Kentucky Derby win. His mantra is “the horse will bring you there,” and Orb has thrown McGaughey on his back and carries him to the next leg of the Triple Crown. Orb arrived at Pimlico on Monday and represents the first time McGaughey will saddle a Preakness starter since the great Easy Goer back in 1989. “When I came in ’89, we came in here on Tuesday. This year, I

made up my mind I wanted to work him a day out from there and get him down here to try to get him used to his surroundings,” McGaughey said. “I want to school him in the paddock and not do too much at one time, so I figured we’d get him in here today.” Before Orb shipped from his home base at Belmont Park, he breezed four furlongs in 47.18, the fifth fastest of 96 recorded times at the distance. If there was any sign of fatigue from running in the Kentucky Derby, it is long gone. “His work this morning was nothing short of magnificent,” McGaughey said. “I couldn’t be happier with where we are. He broke off very relaxed and finished up unbelievably, just on his own. I was shocked when I looked down at my watch and saw he worked from the eighth-pole to the wire in 11-and-change. He was covering the ground as good as a horse could cover it. He galloped out fine, dropped his head and walked home.” Nine horses committed to the Preakness, six of which ran in the Derby. The returning horses are Goldencents (Post 2, 8-1), Itsmyluckyday (Post 9, 10-1), Mylute, Oxbow (Post 6, 15-1), Will Take Charge (Post 7, 12-1) and, of course, Orb. Mylute (Post 5, 5-1) had the best finish among these contenders in the Derby, finishing fifth behind Orb. Oxbow took sixth.

Will Take Charge finished eighth. Itsmyluckyday was 15th and Goldencents—after being eased— finished 17th of them all. Three new shooters enter the Preakness all from different roads. Departing (Post 4, 6-1), winner of the Illinois Derby, may be the best. Governor Charlie (Post 8, 12-1), owned by Mike Pegram and trained by Bob Baffert, won the Sunland Derby back on March 24 in record time (1:47.54) and TitletownFive (Post 3, 30-1), winless in three starts this year. TitletownFive, along with Oxbow and Will Take Charge, is trained by D. Wayne Lukas. TitletownFive, a son of Tiznow, once finished ahead of Orb. Granted it was in a maiden race for two-year-olds at Saratoga in 2012, but he’s the only horse in the field that can boast. Goldencents, winner of the Santa Anita Derby, ran disappointingly in Kentucky for his trainer Doug O’Neill and his jockey Kevin Krigger. Whether he’ll bounce back in the Preakness with a winning effort is to be determined, but he just might.

Goldencents and Krigger wanted the lead in the Derby. Palace Malice, with Mike Smith aboard, shot to the front and set blazing fractional times. As a result, Goldencents went right along. By the 3/8ths pole, Goldencents didn’t fire and Krigger stopped asking his horse for more. At the quarter pole, Krigger stood up and eased his horse instead of riding him hard to finish tenth. Goldencents ran perhaps one mile hard, maybe less, and it stands to reason that he has more in the tank than his 17th-place finish in Kentucky may suggest. “When we got to the threeeighths pole the race changed for him completely,” said Krigger. “He went from just sitting comfortably to just not giving me the effort that he usually puts out. When we got to the five-sixteenths pole he just started regressing more for whatever reason it was, and I just decided, instead of harassing him and causing him to struggle on the sloppy track, to protect him and wrap up on him and brought him home.” If the track is dry and fast Saturday in Pimlico and, as of today, the weather calls for 76 degrees and a 20 percent chance of rain, Goldencents will put in a better effort. A year ago, O’Neill brought the Derby winner, I’ll Have Another, to Pimlico. He ran a gutsy race and eclipsed Bodemeister at the wire. Now, O’Neill looks to play spoiler. “It was a great feeling last year being the hunted, but a hunter’s

not bad,” said O’Neill. “Just being here is a real honor, and I give great thanks to the horse and the owners. This (the Preakness) is just an experience you want to be part of.” Itsmyluckyday turned in a sizzling work over the Monmouth track—four furlongs in 47 1/5 seconds—and appears to be in good order heading into the Preakness, according to his trainer Eddie Plesa. Lukas, Hall of Fame trainer and winner of five runnings of the Preakness, will saddle three on Saturday—Oxbow, Will Take Charge and TitletownFive. Oxbow, ridden by Gary Stevens, may be Lukas’ best shot at a sixth Preakness, especially if the pace scenario sets up favorably. “I do not think the pace will be the same,” Stevens said. “You may want to forgive some of the horses for their races in the Derby. I thought Goldencents would be with us on the lead and he was outside of us and getting all the kickback. At the five-eighths pole, I could see that Kevin (Krigger on Goldencents) was not comfortable and he could not go inside, because that is where I was, and he had two horses on his outside.” Mylute, fifth in the Derby, turned in a swift breeze at Churchill Downs, all of which suggest to his trainer, Tom Amoss, that, “This was similar to what he did before the Kentucky Derby but just a bit faster, and I hope that is a product of him being ready to roll.” Post time is set for Saturday at 6:18 p.m.

Week of May 17 – May 23, 2013

This Week’s SPOLIGHT Saratoga Clay Arts—Kids&Clay Summer Programs School’s out, summer’s here, time to amp up the fun at Saratoga Clay Arts Center! Summer 2013 brings an exciting series of programs for ages 7–16, taught by professional local artists/teachers and ranging in topics and techniques. All classes are open to all skill levels beginning and up. Pinch pots, slab projects, wheel throwing, glazing, and firing techniques come together to provide each student with exciting new experiences, knowledge of a new skill or enhanced techniques, and their creations to take home to use and share with friends and family. What could be better than playing with clay all summer?! Sixteen week-long summer programs run for 8 weeks, beginning June 25 and concludes on September 1st with each student being invited to participate in our 2nd Annual Kids&Clay Summer Art Exhibition and Ice Cream Social at the center’s Schacht Gallery. Each week brings a different opportunity in clay. Visit SCAC’s website at www. http://saratogaclayarts.org/kidsandclay/summercamp2013.php for more details on programs, registration dates, fee details, and while you are there, take some time to check out the rest of their site and their Facebook page to view awesome photo albums that offer a glimpse inside SCAC. Sign up this summer for some messy, exhilarating, creative fun! Win a FREE weeklong class! TEXT “kidsandclay” to 22828 to be automatically entered! for more information, contact Saratoga Clay Arts: Saratoga Clay Arts Center, 167 Hayes Road, Schuylerville, NY 12871 • (518) 581CLAY (2529) • info@saratogaclayarts.org • www.saratogaclayarts.org.

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Summer Camp Guide

Week of May 17 – May 23, 2013

Students Participate in Saratoga Springs High School’s Career Exploration Internship Program Take a look at this week’s newest club members!

Joanne Miller, left, from Saratoga Hospital’s human resources department, interviews Saratoga Springs High School senior Sarah Ryan.

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JOSHUA Tooth Fairy Club is sponsored by:

Nicole M. Byrne, D.M.D Pediatric Dentistry 659 Saratoga Road Gansevoort, New York 12831 (518) 226-6010

Saratoga Springs High School senior Meredith Hungerford, left, is interviewed by Katie Pustolka, a human resources representative from Ballston Spa National Bank.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Several area professionals volunteered their time on May 9 and 10 to conduct mock interviews with seniors in Saratoga Springs High School’s Career Exploration Internship Program. Students in the program obtain hands-on experience in careers of their choice by participating in internships.

Vivian Semian Named Honoree in Pinnacle Golf ‘Going the Distance’ Awards BALLSTON LAKE — Pinnacle Golf set out to find golfers who have “gone the distance” in the fight against breast cancer. Pinnacle is excited to announce that Vivian Semian from Ballston Lake, has been named as one of the 10 honorees in the Pinnacle Golf Going the Distance Awards. The program celebrates and honors golfers who are making an impact in battling this disease through their passion for finding a cure, fundraising efforts and volunteerism. Vivian will have a $10,000 donation made in her name to Susan G. Komen for the Cure to help fund critical breast cancer research, as well as a prize package from Pinnacle.

H.O.P.E. Clinic Adoptable Pets Teddy is a very sweet-natured, older Pomeranian but he is plenty perky! He is thought to be anywhere from 8-10 years old, so he would be eligible for our Senior to Senior program (free to a senior citizen). He is mostly blind but gets around fine and would be a great companion for someone looking for a lovey buddy. Teddy was found in a dumpster—despite this cruelty he endured, he has a very friendly disposition, likes to be petted and have his belly rubbed. Sylvia is a 3-year-old beauty. She is friendly, playful, and fun!

Cal is a very nice 2-year-old brindle mixed breed boy. Upon first meeting, he’s a very nice boy. His foster says that he gets along well with both cats and dogs.

Sonya is playful, curious, and friendly. She is good with other cats in her foster mom’s house and also with the dogs. Sonya likes to sleep in boxes and talk. For more adoptable pets and low cost spay/neuter information, visit www.hopeanimalrescue.org.

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Puzzles

See puzzle solutions on page 28

Across 1 *Defensive fortifications 5 *Noel bird 10 *East Lansing athletes 14 Verbal jabs 15 Face-to-face finals 16 School that celebrates George III’s birthday 17 With 61-Down, Elton John duet partner 18 Vestige 19 “__ Angel”: Mae West film 20 Texted “Let’s just be friends” 22 Supports 23 *After delivery 25 *Baggage holder 27 C-3PO, for one 28 Nincompoop 30 Dawn goddess 31 Snug as __ ... 32 “Eureka!” 33 Third-qtr. period 35 2006 Scorsese film, and a hint to answering this puzzle’s starred clues 39 Airer of many Cary Grant films 40 Staycation benefit, for short 41 Tattled 44 NYC’s Penn, e.g. 47 Clean 49 Capp chap 50 *Go separate ways 52 *School celebration 53 Dug the experience, with “up” 54 Loser’s demand 57 Cartoonist Lazarus 58 Like some forces 59 Many a Kirkuk resident 62 __-dieu 63 Calm 64 Tissue additive 65 *Bestowed 66 *Crumbled 67 *Opt in Down 1 __ Stadium, home of D.C. United 2 Bard of boxing 3 Discerns 4 Like wet suits 5 Composer of the 2005 opera “Our Town”

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Complete the grid so each row, column and 3-by-3 box (in bold borders) contains every digit, 1 to 9. For strategies on how to solve Sudoku, visit www.sudoku.org.uk

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See puzzle solution on page 28 6 More than put out 7 “The Persistence of Memory” surrealist 8 Bug 9 Exit key of a sort 10 Quake 11 Charge for cash 12 “Ain’t gonna happen!” 13 Corral chorus 21 Turkey 22 Response to “Raise,” maybe 23 iPhone, e.g. 24 Eyeball 26 Astrologer Sydney 28 Ella, stateside 29 Tyrrhenian Sea resort 32 Pitchers 34 Take revenge on

At the Movies with Trey Roohan Millions (2004)

What would you do if you suddenly found yourself with an untraceable fortune? No doubt, many among us would simply waste the entire amount on luxury items while a select few would plan on for retirement. What about the more evolved choice? The story begins on moving day for the recently widowed Ronald Cunningham (played by James Nesbitt) and his two sons Damian (played by Alex Etel) and Anthony (played by Lewis McGibbon). By way of voice-over, Damian (Etel) informs us that countries such as France, Germany, and Portugal have abandoned their respective currencies in favor of the Euro and that England will soon do the same. Damian is still distraught over his mother’s death while Anthony (McGibbon) has seen that the mere mention of it will inspire strangers to bestow gifts upon them. During a neighborhood watch meeting for new residents of their housing development, the Cunninghams and their neighbors, some of whom include Latter-day Saint missionaries, are told by a police officer that some houses will be burgled. The meeting concludes and everyone goes home. On his first day of school, the teacher asks the students to name personal heroes. His was Nelson Mandela, Damian’s classmates named soccer players on their favorite teams, and Damian himself named Catholic saints, at least until the teacher deemed one story was not age-appropriate. When they met up between classes, Anthony told Damian that continuing to reference his vast knowledge of saints would cause him to be ostracized. After school, Damian takes the many boxes his family used to move into their home and constructs a fort near the railroad tracks that lie behind it. The fort is destroyed, however, with Damian inside after the passing of one such train. Damian emerges, shaken but otherwise uninjured, and finds a duffle bag was the cause of his fort’s destruction and that the bag itself is full of money. This is a wonderful film. Danny Boyle has become a well-known director in recent years thanks to films like Slumdog Millionaire and 127 Hours, but, to date, this is the only film he’s directed that wasn’t given an R rating. Etel makes the character of Damian one of the most endearing characters I’ve ever seen on film, despite his eccentricities. His response when he discovers the money’s true origins, after initially believing it was a gift from God, is near-heartbreaking. And the imaginary friends who appear throughout the film, all taking the form of Catholic saints that Damian knows as a result of research, bring unexpected surprises and twists to the film. I wish I had seen this film in theaters, but that opportunity was not available to me. I would, however, encourage everyone to watch it at home as soon as they can. (8.5/10) For comments and questions, contact me at movies@roohanrealty.com.

36 Showy display 37 Hill inhabitant 38 Coach of 1972’s undefeated Dolphins 42 Guitarist Paul 43 Wine choice 44 Shellfish entrée 45 For the full time 46 2001 French title heroine 48 Use a Hula-Hoop 49 Cockpit abbr. 51 Accumulated, with “up” 52 Easter lily 55 Superhero’s target 56 Place for an anchor store 58 Check prob. 60 Seoul soldier 61 See 17-Across

Writing the Right Word by Dave Dowling Accuracy in word choice is a key to effective communication. This quick weekly tip will help you filter the confusion in some of our daily word choices. That, Which — Memory hook: That identifies and which amplifies. That is used when the word introduces a clause essential (or restrictive) to the meaning of the sentence. That helps identify the information and is not set off by commas. This is the Chevy that has a new engine. Here is the rule that applies in both cases.

Which is used when the word introduces a clause not essential (or nonrestrictive) to the meaning of the sentence. Which helps amplify the information and is set off by commas or dashes. My Chevy, which runs well, has a new engine. This rule, which became effective in 2011, applies to you.

Dave Dowling is the author of the The Wrong Word Dictionary and The Dictionary of Worthless Words. Signed copies are available for purchase at the gifts and home goods store, Homessence on Broadway in Saratoga Springs.

Ongoing Events En Pointe! National Museum of Dance, 99 South Broadway, Saratoga Springs. For more information, please call (518) 584-2225. For more information visit: www.dancemuseum.org Some Day Is Now: The Art of Corita Kent Tang Teaching Museum and Art Gallery, Skidmore College For more information please call (518) 580-8080 or visit www.skidmore.edu/tang. Tails and Terpsichord National Museum of Dance, 99 South Broadway, Saratoga Springs. For more information, please call (518) 584-2225. The Ultimate Driving Machine Saratoga Automobile Museum, 110 Avenue of the Pines, Saratoga Springs. For more information, please call (518) 587-1935. www.saratogaautomuseum.com. Thoroughbred Renaissance Charity Clinics Stonebridge Farms, Schuylerville For more information, call (518) 583-7272.

May 17 Writing to Read versus Writing to Perform SUNY Empire State College, 2 Union Ave., Room 126, Saratoga Springs, 12–1 p.m. For more information please call (518) 587-2100, ext. 2415. 2013 Spirit of Preservation Celebration Saratoga Springs City Center, 522 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, 6–10 p.m. For more information call (518) 587-5030.

May 18 Natural History Walk Saratoga National Historic Park Grounds, Rt. 32, Stillwater For more information call (518) 664-9821.

May 21 Flower and Fruit Mission Annual Spring Luncheon Hall of Springs, Avenue of the Pines, Saratoga Springs, 11:30 a.m. Tickets are $50 and may be purchased by contacting Lisa Higgins at (518) 584-4928.

LOCAL BRIEFS

Earth Day Recycled Art Show The Earth Day Recycled Art Show featuring a variety of works from more than a dozen artists being held from 8 a.m.–5 p.m., Monday through Friday. The event, which started April 2, goes until May 31 at 31 Ferry St., Suite 3, Schuylerville. For more information, visit www. hudsoncrossingpark.com or call (518) 582-1254. Ulysses S. Grant Cottage Set to Open The Ulysses S. Grant Cottage in Wilton is starting its opening weekend with a portrayal of its early caretakers. The event is free while tours of the cottage are at their regular cost. The Grant Cottage is open May 25 through Labor Day, Wednesday–Sunday, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Adults, $5; Seniors (62 and up) $4; All students (ages 6-18) $4; Ages 6 and under are free. Group rates are available for groups of 10 or more: $3. Saratoga Lions Duathlon The ninth annual Saratoga Lions Duathlon will be held at Saratoga Casino and Raceway on Sunday, May 26 at 8 a.m. Race participants will tackle a 5k run, followed by a 30k bike ride and end with another 5k run. Race start time is scheduled for 8 a.m. To register, go online to www.saratogalions.com/ duathlon or call (518) 527-8787. American Legion Post 1450: Memorial Day Ceremony Halfmoon’s annual Memorial Day Ceremony is to be held at the American Legion Pavilion at 275 Grooms Rd. on Monday, May 27 at 11 a.m. Music, Models & Mingling The third annual Music, Models & Mingling event to benefit the Adult & Senior Center of Saratoga is scheduled for Thursday, May 30. Admission is $100 and includes all food, entertainment and an open bar. Reservations can be made at www.saratogaseniorcenter.org or by calling the center at (518) 584-1621.

Cerebral Palsy Fund-Raiser The Saratoga/Wilton Elk’s Lodge No. 161 Ladies Auxiliary presents this year’s Cerebral Palsy fundraiser, “Garden Party/ BBQ,” on Friday, May 31, from 5:30–9 p.m. at the lodge on Rt. 9, Maple Ave. Tickets are $15 per person at the door. There will be free carnations to the first 100 attendees. All proceeds benefit the C.P. State Project. Call Judy at (518) 587-5568 for more information. Saratoga Springs Field Hockey Camp The Saratoga Springs Booster Club is holding a field hockey camp on Monday, June 24 through Friday, June 28, from 8–11 a.m. daily at the Dorothy Nolan Elementary School. Registration is now open for students in grades three through 12. The camp brochure can be downloaded from the Booster’s Club website at www.eteamz.com/ Saratogafieldhockey1. For more information contact Jo-Anne Hostig, Saratoga head field hockey coach at Tig10@juno.com. Senior Luncheon The Saratoga County Office for the Aging will host the annual Senior Luncheon on Friday, May 31 at the Saratoga City Center. Doors open at 11 a.m. and lunch is served at noon. The theme is “Wild West” and will have a menu of pulled BBQ chicken, au gratin potatoes, cowboy beans, cole slaw and apple pie ala mod. Tickets are $4. Call (518) 884-4100 for more details. Women’s Healthier You Event – “Live Better, Longer” Seminar A women’s “Healthier You” event will be held on Saturday, June 1 from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. by Fallon Wellness Pharmacy of Saratoga at Longfellows Hotel and Conference Center. The day will feature six speakers who will help women take charge of their health, both inside and out. The cost for the event is $40 and includes lunch. To register or for more information call (518) 306-5343 ext.127. Adult and Senior Center Canada Trip The Adult and Senior Center Canada trip is Monday, June 3, through Thursday, June 6. The trip includes motor coach transportation, lodging, six meals

Week of May 17 – May 23, 2013 and guided tours of Quebec City, Montreal and regional landmarks. For full details visit www.saratogaseniorcenter.org. Wilton Boy Scout Troop Bottle Drive Boy Scout Troop 24 will conduct a bottle drive on Saturday June 8 to raise funds to help send Scouts on monthly camping trips, extended summer events and purchase troop supplies. Drop off your deposit bottles, cans and water bottles at Gavin Park in Wilton between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. If you received a notice of the drive in your neighborhood please put your bottles and cans out at curbside on the indicated date and time.

Saratoga Artisans and Crafters’ Market looking for vendors The 2013 Saratoga Artisans and Crafters’ Market is looking for artist and craft vendors, as well as one food and beverage vendor. The market will be held at High Rock Park Pavilions every Friday, 1–7 p.m., starting June 21 through August 30. Interested art/craft vendors must have a NYS Sales Tax Certificate and may apply online at managemymarket.com/landing. aspx?orgID=421. Call (518) 4614893 for more information.

Annual Strawberry Festival at Harmony Hall, Charlton The Annual Strawberry Festival will take place Sunday, June 23, Summer Day Camp from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. The event Registration at Gavin Park will provide strawberry shortcake, The Gavin Park summer program music, neighbors and nice time. A runs from June 25 through August donation of $3.50 for adults and 9; Monday through Friday, 9 $2 for kids ages 6–12 is requested. a.m.–3 p.m. Before and after program child care is also available. No fee is requested for youngsters 5 years old and under who are For additional information, call with paying adult. Musical (518) 584-9455, or go online to entertainment will be provided by www.townofwilton.com/gavinTunefolk. For more information park to download a Summer call John Ripley at (518) 882-1863. Camp Registration Form. Space is limited. Registration ends June 12. Class of ’78 to Celebrate 35th Reunion Colored Pencil/Watercolor The Saratoga Springs High School Workshop Class of 1978 will be celebrating its The Southern Saratoga Artists’ 35th Class Reunion the weekend Society (SSAS) is sponsoring of July 5 to July 6. Cost will be $48 a colored pencil/watercolor (mixed medium) workshop, taught per person. More information and invitations will be available on the by Pat Parker, at the Mabee Farm Class’s website, www.classof1978. in Rotterdam Junction on June 13, 9:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. The cost is $60. org, and on the Class’s Facebook page: Saratoga Springs High School Call (518) 399-1824 to sign up. Class of 1978. Anyone wishing 2013 Whipple City Festival to volunteer or seeking further information, please send an email Artisan Market to saratogahigh1978@aol.com. The Whipple City Festival will take place June 14–15 in Mowry Creative Theatrical Park, Greenwich. For more Performers Needed information, call (518) 692-7979 Malta’s Performance Drama or visit info@greenwichchamber. Camp, for kids ages 9-15, is July org. Registration closes June 1 and there is a discount for artisans who 22–August 2; 1:30–4:30 p.m. at the Malta Community Center Stage. register by May 24. Call Malta Parks and Recreation at (518) 899-4411 for registration Volunteers Needed for Summer Season at The Hyde forms and fees. The Hyde Collection is looking for Saratoga Clay Arts volunteers during the exhibitions “Modern Nature: Georgia O’Keeffe Adult Summer Classes Registration Open and Lake George” and “A Family 167 Hayes Rd., Schuylerville Album: Alfred Stieglitz and Lake Six-week sessions of a variety of George,” from June 15–September 15. For information, call (518) 792- ceramics classes for adults starts Monday, June 3. For course listings 1761, ext. 323, or email kshier@ and online registration go to hydecollection.org. www.saratogaclayarts.org or call (518) 581-2529.

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Friday, May 17 King’s School Sports Banquet Longfellow’s Restaurant 500 Union Avenue Saratoga Springs, 6–11 p.m. Affiliated home schoolers, family members, approved guests and staff are encouraged and invited to attend. For more information call (518) 654-6230. www.kingsschool.org.

Saturday, May 18 Town of Malta Armed Forces Day Parade Malta Town Hall, Bayberry Drive, Malta, 10 a.m. Pay tribute to generations of service members, but especially to welcome home members of the latest generation of veterans. The morning will kick off at 9 a.m. with the Party of Three performing at the Town Hall grounds. For more information call (518) 899-4411.

Hero Rush Ellms Family Farm, 448 Charlton Road, Ballston Spa. For more information visit www.herorush.com/events/ new-york.

2nd Annual Emma Foundation 5K and Kids Fun Run Waldorf School, 62 York Avenue, Saratoga Springs, 9 a.m. For more information visit www. Emmas5Krun.org.

Tuff Enuff Challenge BOCES Campus, NYRA Lowlands, Saratoga Springs, 9 a.m. Overcoming the Obstacles 5K. Muddy adventure for families and serious athletes. For more information call (518) 581-1230.

Saratoga Springs Pop Warner Football and Cheerleading Registration Dick’s Sporting Goods, Wilton Mall, 10 a.m.–12 p.m.

American Legion, 34 West Avenue, Saratoga Springs, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Free admission. For more information call (518) 744-9310.

Saratoga Hospital Dog Walk Saratoga Spa State Park, Warming Hut, 10 a.m.–1 p.m. For more information call (518) 882-5562.

Sunday, May 19 Yard Sale and Bottle Drive BodyWise Fitness Studio 2392 Route 9, Malta, 8:30 a.m.– Noon. Benefits the American Diabetes Association: Tour de Cure 2013. They are seeking yard sale inventory donations from the community. Donations can be dropped off at the studio on Saturday, May 18 from 10 a.m.–Noon or Sunday, May 19 from 7–8 a.m.

2013 SPAC’s 5K Rock and Run SPAC State Park, 9 a.m.

Children’s Auditions Saratoga Shakespeare Company

Brookside Museum, 6 Charlton St., Ballston Spa, 2–3 p.m. Readings of life stories from people who are living at Maplewood Manor Nursing Home. Open and free to the public. For more information call (518) 885-4000.

Bernhard Theater, Skidmore College, 12–2 p.m. The Company is seeking to cast six to eight children in the 8–13-year-old age range. For more information and to schedule an audition appointment, please call Barbara Opitz, (518) 587-2166 or e-mail: bopitz@skidmore.edu.

Heritage Hunters: Genealogy and DNA

Rural Soul Drumming and Movement

Town of Saratoga Town Hall, corner of Rt. 4 and Rt. 29, Schuylerville, 1 p.m. Heritage Hunters member, Kim McCartney will discuss her decision to use DNA to investigate her heritage. Attendees are encouraged to bring their experience with DNA tests for the discussion period. Public is welcome. For information call (518) 587-2978.

Stillwater Area Community Center, 19 Palmer Street, Stillwater, 1–4 p.m. African drummer Wayne White from Schuylerville and African dancer Jasmine Ceniceros from Troy present an afternoon of African drumming, drumdesigning and dancing for all ages and abilities. This is the first part of a three-part series. For more information visit www.ruralsoul.com or call (518) 531-8828.

What We Keep

Of Mice and Men Saratoga Art Center, 320 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, May 18 and 19, 2 and 8 p.m. Local Actors Guild of Saratoga proudly presents the literary classic. Tickets are $15. For more information: www.saratoga-arts.org or call (518) 393-3496.

Saratoga National Car and Truck Show and Expo Saratoga County Fairgrounds, Saturday and Sunday. Custom and classic cars, trucks and bikes. Vendors, food, live music, and bouncy for kids. Adults $5, kids under 12 free. For information call (518) 885-1338.

Monday, May 20

The citizenship preparation classes will run for 10 weeks and will cover the 100 questions on the Citizenship Exam. Classes are free and open to the public, please intermediate students only. To register call (518) 583-1232 or email mlange@literacynycap.org

Wednesday, May 22 Roast Beef Dinner Saratoga-Wilton Elks Lodge, 1 Elks Lane (Rte 9) Saratoga Springs, 4:30–7 p.m. Take out and cash bar available. Call for details (518) 584-2585.

Thursday, May 23 Solomon Northrup Presentation Saratoga Springs History Museum, Canfield Casino, Saratoga Springs, 7 p.m. Based on research about his life in New York and locations in the city that have a connection to Northup. For more information contact fiske@solomonnorthup.com.

Meet Georgia O’Keefe Saratoga Springs Public Library, Noon–1 p.m. Claire Nolan is Georgia O’Keefe, a professional storyteller and performer. This performance will prepare you for the O’Keefe exhibit at the Hyde Museum in Glens Falls this summer. For more information call (518) 584-7860.

Saratoga Memorial Day Parade Saratoga Springs City Center to Congress Park, 6:30–8 p.m. For more information call (518) 527-4026.

Parkinson’s Support Group Meeting Woodlawn Commons, 156 Lawrence Street, Saratoga Springs, 2 p.m. This meeting is open to anyone with Parkinson’s Disease, family members and friends. For more information call (518) 885-6427 or (518) 798-8947.

Tuesday, May 21 Citizenship Classes Saratoga Springs Public Library, 9:30–11:30 a.m.

Family Friendly Events Friday

Join the SaratogaMama crew at Super Bounce in Wilton Mall at their brand new location. Enjoy half price admission from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and special treats and coffee from Healthy Living Market.

Saturday

The Town of Malta Veterans Committee is planning a special salute to the military by holding a parade on Saturday, May 18—“Armed Forces Day.” The parade is at 10 a.m. and held on Route 9. The 2nd Annual Saratoga Kite Day will take flight on May 18 from 10 a.m.–2 p.m., at Saratoga Independent School, 459 Lake Avenue. Enjoy a day filled with kite flying, a bounce house, games and activities and refreshments. Bring your own kite, or purchase one on site. For an indoor option, head to Wilton Mall for their monthly Kids Club Powered by National Geographic Kids. Families will get the chance to learn about different kinds of baby animals through fun crafts and activities. The event is from 1–3 p.m. and registration takes place in the food court.

Sunday

You can still register for the annual SPAC Rock and Run— Family Friendly 1K Fun Run, 5K and 10K races with live music along routes. Don’t miss the after party with food, music and family fun.

Blood Drives May 17, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. McMurry Incorporated 125 High Rock Avenue Saratoga Springs May 18, 8 a.m.–12 p.m. Wilton Emergency Squad 1 Harran Lane Saratoga Springs

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Week of May 17 – May 23, 2013

week of 5/17-5/23 friday, 5/17:

saturday, 5/18:

Dan Faulk Quartet, 9 pm

Crossfire, 8:30 pm

Rob Pulsifer, 9 pm

Lost Wages, 9 pm

Gravity, 9 pm

Pipekings, 6:30 pm

Don & Victoria Armstrong, 8 pm

Melvin Seals & Jerry Garcia Band w/Twiddle, 9:30 pm

@ 9 Maple Avenue - 583.2582 @ Bailey’s - 583.6060

@ Bentley’s - 899.4300 @ Caffè Lena - 583.0022

@ The Mill - 899.5253

@ The Parting Glass - 583.1916 @ Primelive Ultra Lounge - 583.4563

Graham Tichy Quartet, 7 pm

@ Putnam Den - 584.8066

Mikki Bakken, 5 pm Erin Harkes, 9 pm

@ Ravenswood - 371.8771

Kelly Brothers, 8:30 pm

The Darkness, 7 pm

TS Ensemble, 8:30 pm

Armed Forces Party w/DJ Playground, 7 pm

@ Druthers Brewing - 306.5275

@ Gaffney’s - 583.7359

@ Irish Times - 583.0003 @ The Mill - 899.5253

3 Two Get Ready, 8 pm John Bagnoli, 8 pm @ The Starting Gate - 584.8834

@ Upstate Concert Hall - 371.0012 @ Vapor - 792.8282

Big Fez & Surfmatics, 9 pm @ The Parting Glass - 583.1916

Just Nate, 6:30 pm

@ Primelive Ultra Lounge - 583.4563

sunday, 5/19: Quick, Warren & Jerling, 8 pm

The Slide Brothers, 9:30 pm

@ Caffè Lena - 583.0022

Sugar Pill, 8 pm

@ Gaffney’s - 583.7359

@ Putnam Den - 584.8066

Woodstone, 9 pm

10 Years, 7:30 pm

Melvin Seals & Jerry Garcia Band w/Lucid, 9:30 pm

@ Upstate Concert Hall - 371.0012

@ Putnam Den - 584.8066

saturday, 5/18:

tuesday, 5/21:

Todd Nelson’s TN3, 9 pm

$3 Pint Night w/The Chronicles, 7 pm

Ubuntu, 9 pm

Hollywood Undead, 7 pm

@ Ravenswood - 371.8771

@ 9 Maple Avenue - 583.2582 @ Bailey’s - 583.6060

Spoiler, 9 pm

@ Bentley’s - 899.4300

@ Druthers Brewing - 306.5275

@ Upstate Concert Hall - 371.0012

thursday, 5/23:

Berkshire Ramblers, 8 pm

Virgil Cain, 9 pm

Brian Patneaude Quartet, 7 pm

Jeff Walton, 6 pm

Rich Ortiz, 9 pm

Matty Finn, 8 pm

E-Town Express, 9:30 pm

The Greys, 9:30 pm

Street Talk, 10:30 pm

Jake Miller, 6 pm

@ Caffè Lena - 583.0022

@ Druthers Brewing - 306.5275 @ Gaffney’s - 583.7359

@ Irish Times - 583.0003 @ JP Bruno’s - 745.1180

@ Gaffney’s - 587.7359

@ The Horseshoe Inn - 587.4909 @ Irish Times - 583.0003

@ Putnam Den - 584.8066

@ Upstate Concert Hall - 371.0012

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Week of May 17 – May 23, 2013

3rd Annual Party at Saratoga Winery Benefits Volunteer-Driven Gateway House of Peace by Chelsea DiSchiano Saratoga TODAY BALLSTON SPA — After volunteering for years at The Community Hospice in Saratoga Springs, Joni Hanchett began to realize there was a substantial need for an affordable, around-theclock hospice for low or middleincome families who don’t have the resources to provide skilled nursing or at-home caregivers for their terminally ill relatives. In 2006, Gateway House of Peace was born. With a mission to “provide a community-owned home, dedicated volunteers and resources to members of the community faced with terminal illness,” Hanchett has gathered multiple community members to help her create a 501(c)(3) charitable hospice which runs completely on donations and fundraising, with no insurance reimbursements, government or public funding. “I had been a hospice volunteer for several years and I knew the need,” said Hanchett, founder of the organization. “There’s always a waiting list, and the baby boomers are aging, so there’s more of a need.” Since it first formed seven years ago, the Gateway House has begun a tradition of a memorial tree in Corinth, hosting an annual Harvest Festival in downtown Saratoga, and was granted permission by the Saratoga County Board of Supervisors the use of the former American Red Cross building in Milton, among hosting and participating in several other community events. This Saturday, Gateway House will have their third annual Party at Saratoga Winery, all the proceeds of which will go toward the operational costs of the nonprofit—it costs $89,000 per year for the operating budget. The fundraiser only asks for a $25 donation to get in, where there will be a free wine tasting; food donated Factory Eater, Comptons Restaurant, Bread Basket Bakery and friends of Gateway House; a raffle featuring a DVD box set of the entire series of Friends with an autograph provided by the show’s producer Kevin Bright, and contemporary jazz stylings will be performed by Tom Choiniere. Choiniere will play songs by The

Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Billy Joel, Hootie, Supertramp, Elton John, Jethro Tull, Steve Winwood, Tom Petty, Merle Haggard, Neil Young and many more. Hanchett said that since the organization received the former Red Cross house two years ago, there have been ongoing renovations to allow for a two-bed space and guest bedrooms. “We’re unwinding now with our remodeling efforts,” Hanchett said. “The American Legion in Ballston Spa adopted the kitchen so that was provided by them, Patti Veitch and her husband donated all the appliances and Rebuilding Together Saratoga donated one of the handicap bathrooms—Kevin Bright, the producer of “Friends,” will adopt the other bathroom and they’re getting started on that May 16. We have a Home Depot grant to complete our training room and that should be done by May 22, so we’re hoping to have everything wrapped up by the end of the month.” Hanchett added that the home is only allowed to have two beds for two terminally ill people at a time. “If it’s more than that, you’re over state regulations and it would have to be run by a certified hospice,” Hanchett explained. “So they will have three months or less to live and our services are free of charge—we receive no federal, state or insurance reimbursement, so we rely solely on

donations and fundraising.” Because Gateway House relies so heavily on the community for support and donations, Veitch signed on to become the Resident Care Volunteer Coordinator, a volunteer position dedicated to recruiting volunteers to help the House with direct care for the patients. “We’re looking for 60 to 80 direct care volunteers to do four or more hours per week, one day a week,” Veitch said. “We really are looking for people to come to our social gathering May 30 and show off the place and meet everybody, and people that are signed up to volunteer can get to know each other.” “It’s kind of like a family,” Hanchett added. “Everybody gets to know each other and feel the connection to the house.” The social gathering will be open to anyone interested in becoming a direct care volunteer. Snacks and beverages will be provided and there will be updates on the latest news and will give details on the hospice training program, set to begin in June. “The training will be provided by Community Hospice in Saratoga, and we’re starting that in June,” Veitch explained. “We’re going to have either 10 to 15 people at a time to get trained right here at the house, and we’ll have a hospital bed and we’ll get everyone familiar with how to transfer people from

the bed to the chair, and into the bathroom and getting them ready for the day, along with giving them medications.” Hanchett said the Gateway House of Peace is important because there is such a need for lower-income families to receive care for their terminally ill. “It’s very important because we have low to middle-income people who cannot remain safely at home but can’t afford 24/7 nursing, or even caregivers, so those will be the people we’ll be servicing,” Hanchett said. “A hospice isn’t able to be in the home 24 hours a day— they’re on call 24/7, but they can’t be actually be there 24/7, so we’ll be

providing that service.” “A lot of people don’t have their families around—kids move away and they’re really all alone,” Veitch added. “So the kids can visit—there’s two rooms upstairs, so if someone here is actively dying and the family member wants to be here, they can stay overnight in the guest room upstairs—it’s like a little bed and breakfast, so I love that.” In the end, Hanchett said, the house is like a family to the patients. “We’re providing them with a home and an extended family,” Hanchett said. “We’re like a family, just as if they were in their own home.” The fundraiser at Saratoga Winery, located at 464 Route 29 in Saratoga Springs, will take place this Saturday, May 18 from 7–10 p.m. The social gathering for signed up or potential volunteers will take place May 30 from 6–7:30 p.m. at Gateway House of Peace, located at 479 Rowland Street in Ballston Spa. For more details, visit www.gatewayhouseofpeace.org or call (518) 654-5403.

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Week of May 17 – May 23, 2013

Finalists Selected for SPAC’s Annual Battle of the Bands Competition SARATOGA SPRINGS — A dynamic group of 10 bands whose music spans alternative, pop, hard rock and classic rock have been selected from approximately 50 contenders as the finalists for SPAC’s annual Battle of the Bands presented by WEQX and The Recording Company. The finalists will perform at the Spa Little Theatre on May 24 at 7 p.m. before an audience and a panel

of celebrity judges for the chance to win one of two titles and accompanying prize packages: “judge’s choice” and “audience choice.” Tickets are on sale now at www.spac.org. “We are thrilled to bring this wildly popular event back to SPAC as the kickoff to the 2013 performance season,” said Marcia J. White, president and executive director. “The finalists represent a diverse range of talents, from fresh

up-and-comers, to top regional bands that record and perform regularly. It will be an exciting start to SPAC’s performance season.” New this year, two winners will be announced; a selection made by the celebrity judges and the audience favorite. The judges’ selection will win the opportunity to play on one of Webster Hall’s stages, 25 hours of studio time at The Recording Company, airplay

on northeast radio station WEQX, and custom t-shirts and stickers by Saratoga Statement; the audience favorite will have the opportunity to perform at SPAC before an event. This year’s judges are: Richard Pawelczyk of NYC’s Webster Hall, Donna Eichmeyer of Live Nation, and Greg Haymes, Nippertown. com editor and musician. Other features of the event include:

The full list of finalist bands includes:

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Wood-fired pizza, and gourmet sliders available via onsite concession by Mazzone Hospitality; • Outside beer garden for patrons over 21; and • Battle of the Bands official “After Party” at Putnam Den. Videos of finalist bands, tickets and information are available at SPAC’s website at www.spac.org. Call Security: Voted in by public demand, the young alternative rock group is based out of Hobart and William Smith colleges. Ghosts on 33rd: Combining emotion with a heavy melody, the band strives to connect to their fans through their lyrics. Currently the band is working on their first E.P.

Jes Hudak: Runner-up on Bravo’s television show “Platinum Hit”, a songwriting competition that featured former American Idol judge Kara DioGuardi. Hudak was also named one of Music Connection Magazine’s Hot 100 Unsigned Artists.

This Renaissance: Combining inspiration from bands like Story of the Year, Sleeping With Sirens, Mayday Parade and Go Radio, This Renaissance combines power driven rock with catchy melodies, pop sensibilities and hints of the unexpected. The Racer: Self-proclaimed as an incarnation of the modern independent band—the group mixes its creativity and pop sensibility equally with determination and kinetic energy.

The Margo Macero Project: Returning to SPAC’s Battle of the Bands, Margo Macero recorded her first E.P. “It Is What It Is,” and now leads her musical career fusing rock, blues and soul. Rites of Ash: The electronic pop/hard rock outfit combines countless influences including Nine Inch Nails, Linkin Park, RedOne and Lady Gaga, resulting in a unique sound. The group has begun working with Grammywinning producer Jeff Bova on a new album, set for release in 2013.

VONTUS: The alternative rock trio attributes their sound to influences such as Kings of Leon, John Mayer, Dave Matthews Band, Black Keys, Red Hot Chili Peppers, and Neon Trees.

A Little More Us: The upstate New York pop, rock and roll group is fresh off their debut release of “American Loser.”

The Lucky Jukebox Brigade: Hailing from Albany, the gypsy rock orchestra band features a 3-piece horn section, bass, drums, and percussion.

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Week of May 17 – May 23, 2013

Jerry Garcia Band and Melvin Seals Highlights Big Weekend of Music SARATOGA SPRINGS — On May 18 and 19, Putnam Den presents JGB and Melvin Seals, featuring Jerry Garcia Band veteran keyboard player Melvin Seals. Saturday night’s show with Twiddle is $23, while Sunday night’s appearance with Lucid has a $20 admission. Two-day passes are available for $40, and all tickets can be purchased at www.putnamden. com. Putnam Den is located at 63 Putnam Street in Saratoga Springs. Starting in December of 1981, Melvin Seals became the organist for the Jerry Garcia Band. Not long after their separation upon Jerry Garcia’s passing in 1995, Melvin reconvened some of the old members to form JGB. Over 15 years later Melvin continues on with a group of musicians who have each devoted large parts of their careers to Grateful Dead-related bands and entertainment.

Twiddle 5/18 Twiddle has started a frenzy on both coasts with complexities that conjure up Coltrane, Ranglin, and Zappa, yet still embrace the roots of Jam traditions. Finally a group of virtuoso musicians who not only understand climactic build and release, but deliver their intricate compositions night after night to jazz purists and screaming fans, all at the same time.

Lucid 5/19 Lucid’s music is incredibly diverse, playing with fresh takes on multiple genres from blues and jazz to rock, ska and hip-hop. They’ve managed to incorporate their myriad influences into an innovative new style that attracts fans from a wide range of musical backgrounds. Lucid’s enlivening, powerful performances energize concert goers from open to encore. Their songs remain structurally tight and carefully woven, distinguishing them from their jam band counterparts. Still, they’re unpredictable in nature, with a knack for improv and a talent for delivery.

The Slide Brothers 5/17 The Slide Brothers will open up the weekend on Friday, members consisting of Calvin Cooke, Chuck Campbell, Darick Campbell and Aubrey Ghent–the greatest living musicians who embody the Sacred Steel tradition. The joyous music these legendary artists create extends far beyond scared steel to encompass blues, rock and soul all celebrated with a sound that is uniquely their own. The pedal steel guitar was introduced to church services by Willie Eason in the 1930’s. His single-string passages, which imitated the African-American singing and

The Slide Brothers. Photo provided.

shouting voices, remain the signature sound of the Keith Dominion steel guitar style. The goal of a skilled steel player in church is to use the guitar to mimic voices, to ‘sing’ lines of the hymns and to provide praise music that pushes the congregation closer to feeling the Holy Spirit. This church-bred style of high energy electrified slide remains today an integral part of the worship service wherever the faithful gather. Despite its role in church services, this dynamic, high energy music had never been heard outside of church. As a new century dawned, rumors of an

extraordinary new form of slide guitar began to attract interest among blues fans who long favored the electrified sound of slide guitar masters such as Elmore James and Duane Allman. Where the music of Muddy Waters or the Allman Brothers showcased traditional six string slide guitar, critics and fans alike were jolted by the an even more potent brand of slide guitar being performed on pedal steel instruments. As the center core of the Sacred Steel movement was its artistic purity. Ted Beard, Calvin Cooke, Aubrey Ghent and other pedal steel icons within the church had fostered a rich, uniquely

American art form unspoiled by commercialism. Robert Randolph has become the most successful artist to emerge from the Sacred Steel tradition. Randolph was trained as a pedal steel guitarist in the House of God Church and his dynamic use of the instrument has earned him international acclaim. Randolph’s mission is to share the extraordinary talents of these legendary masters with audiences throughout the world. Together with Co-Producer John McDermott, Randolph has readied the group’s debut album for release by Concord Records later this year.

food

Week of May 17 – May 23, 2013

Take Home a Garden — From the Saratoga Farmers’ Market

Pass by the Saratoga Farmers’ Market at High Rock Park on a Saturday morning (9 a.m. to 1 p.m.) or a Wednesday afternoon (3 p.m. to 6 p.m.) and you’ll surely smell the flowers. The Market is glowing with locally grown hanging baskets, flowers in pots or six packs, along with perennials, herbs, and a riot of vegetable plants ready for the garden or a pot on the deck. But don’t just pass by. Stop in, take a tour and gather up plants that the farmers grew themselves.

Dyers Hanging Baskets. Starting at the south end of the Market, stop at Dyer’s Farm, an original Market vendor. In addition to hanging baskets at a variety of prices, Sherri Dyer said they have large selection of hot peppers and sell several thousand geraniums each year.

After leaving Dyers’ stand, head towards the main pavilion, and check out New Minglewood and Otrembiak Farms. Steve Otrembiak and his family grow unusual varieties of herbs such as berrgarten sage, garlic chives and French tarragon, and often have pots of basil nearly

ready for pesto. Don’t miss their dahlia tubers and seedlings of collards, Brussels sprouts and more. Chris Lincoln of New Minglewood Farm raises at least 25 varieties of tomatoes, with 20 of those being heirlooms. “For some plants, I use soil blocks, which I make with a mold,” Chris explained. “The advantages are less plastic, and the plants don’t become root bound.” Chris already has tomato plants three feet high for gardeners who just can’t wait. Just past the Market’s shed, where customers can use their credit, debit and EBT cards to purchase tokens, is Scotch Ridge Berry Farm, which offers more than berries. During a recent visit, Charles Holub pointed out potted herbs and said, “We offer a many tomato varieties, grown mostly from seed, including heirlooms.” Butternut Ridge Farm and Burger Farm are just a few paces away. Both feature hanging baskets, potted flowers and vegetable starts. Debbie Stevens of Butternut Ridge commented that her father-in-law was one of the original vendors and today his great-grandchildren sometimes help at the Market. Their tables overflow with colorful flowering and green vegetable plants, and a profusion of flowering plants hang in every corner. Linda Burger of Burger Farm remembered their early days. “Our first crop was radishes, which we took to the Menands Market on a motorcycle,” she said. Their farm has grown considerably to two greenhouses today.

Burger Farm has grown to have two greenhouses full of herbs, begonias and hanging baskets.

Across from Burger and Butternut, Clark’s Dahlia Gardens has bountiful hanging tomato baskets and of course, dahlias. Anna Mae Clark, a second generation Market vendor, explained, “We have early blooming varieties of dahlias in several colors; they’ll bloom now, and

they’ll bloom until frost.” Turn toward the sidewalk in the north pavilion to visit Balet Flowers and Design. Jim and Melissa Stannard have seen changes in customers’ preferences since their early days. “In Saratoga, people lately have been looking for individually potted plants so they can mix and match, rather than buying six-packs or full flats,” Jim said. Among their bestsellers are potted herbs, and hanging baskets featuring two or more varieties, such as mixtures of Wade petunias, or Calibrachoa (“Million Bells”). The northernmost vendor is on the lawn and past Stannards. Dawn Foglia of Wild Things Rescue Nursery packs her tent with all sorts of native plants. This year she has some lovely smaller sized varieties, such as Iris cristata, which is only five inches tall when in

Balet Flowers and Design. Suzanne Balet Haight, another second-generation Market vendor, said they like to specialize in traditional perennials such as delphiniums, sedum and sweet william. They offer the ‘Perennial Plant of the Year,’ chosen for long blooming and easy maintenance. This year’s winner is a variegated Solomon Seal.

bloom, Uvularia (Merry Bells), and bloodroot. If visitors have made their lists during the tour, they can drop off purchases (Saturday only) at the ‘Veggie Valet’ tent. The volunteers from Friends of the Market will hold their purchases until they return with a vehicle.

The Earl of Sandwich Hello My Foodie Friends,

by John Reardon for Saratoga TODAY

While you are reading this, I am on a road trip to pick up my little girl from college. We made and packed sandwiches for the 8.5 hour round trip so we would not have to stop unless there was a bathroom break needed. I used a Wusthof sausage/ sandwich knife to cut and prepare the sandwiches. It is a versatile 5” knife and a favorite of my customers. I had a customer last week that asked a lot of questions about all my knives, but my favorite one was when she asked me, “What is a sandwich knife used for?” Well, being the experienced knife guy

that I am, I blinked twice and calmly said it is used to cut sandwiches. Now, some people cut them straight down the middle and others do a diagonal cut. She seemed to like that part. It is also great for every part of your sandwich like bagels, rolls, hard salami, tomato, lettuce and even spreading your condiments. My daughter loves it when I arrive with sandwiches in the cooler and a container of chocolate milk. Making sandwiches and chocolate milk was always a big event in our house because I always sang a song while doing it. They loved it when they were little but thought I was crazy when they had their friends over. The chocolate milk, daddy’s boy and daddy’s girl songs were the most requested. Don’t try to Google them because I made them up. So if you have little ones, take some time while you are preparing their meals and sing while you work. Remember, my Foodie Friends: “Life Happens in the Kitchen” Take care, John and Paula

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Community Sports Bulletin Jimmer Camp Returning to Saratoga Springs SARATOGA SPRINGS — Former NCAA Associated Press Player of the Year and current Sacramento King Jimmer Fredette will be holding his Jimmer Jam Basketball Camp at the Saratoga Springs Recreation Center in June. The NBA point guard and once Section II standout for Glens Falls averaged 7.2 points per game while shooting 86 percent from the free throw line this season. Fredette also had a career high 22 points in just 22 minutes against the Pheonix Suns back on December 17. Camp dates are officially June 24–26. To register for the camp you can call Al Fredette at (518) 798-4064 or Blair Giles at (801) 919-0007.

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Skidmore Thoroughbreds Fall to No. 1 Amherst AMHERST, MASSACHUSETTS — The women’s tennis team lost 5-0 to Amherst College in the NCAA round of 16 on Sunday, May 12 at the Amherst Tennis Courts in Amherst, Massachusetts. After taking a 3-0 lead in doubles, Amherst won at five and six singles, securing the NCAA quarterfinal win. The loss was just a day after Skidmore overcame a 2-1 deficit after doubles play to beat The College of New Jersey, 5-2, at Magic Lincer Tennis Academy in Windsor, Connecticut. The Liberty League Champion Thoroughbreds’ Nataly Mendoza, however, will compete in the NCAA Division III championships next week in singles, making her one of 32 athletes selected back on May 8. The draw for the individual championship is made by the women’s tennis committee and will be released on the last day of the team championship, which is May 22 in Kalamazzo, Michigan. Mendoza, the team captain, was a New York State Champion at No. 1 doubles this season and was a four-time Liberty League Performer of the Week. She won 6-2, 6-4 against the TCNJ Lions’ Karisse Bendijo in Skidmore’s win to get to the round of 16. With the loss to end the season, Skidmore finished 13-9.

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Black Horses Take Wasaren Title SCHUYLERVILLE — The Schuylerville Black Horses clinched the Wasaren League title Thursday, May 9 with a 12-5 comeback win over Lansingburgh. The second win in as many games over the Knights put Schuylerville at 11-0 in the league while Lansingburgh dropped to 9-2. After a scoreless first quarter and trailing 5-4 early in the third, the Black Horses’ offense unleashed with 12 unanswered goals to secure their 11th straight victory. Schuylerville senior midfielder Freshman Zach Pierce Dom Mercurio. Photo courtesy of had five goals and three assists MarkBolles.com for Schuylerville, while senior Luke Pumiglia had three goals and two assists of his own to lead the league champions. With just one Wasaren game remaining for both teams heading into Thursday, May 16, Schuylerville is a frontrunner for a top seed in the Section II Class C tournament but did suffer a 9-8 loss to non-league Glens Falls (4-5) on Monday, May 13. It was the team’s first loss since the second game of the season against Schenectady on April 4.

Saratoga Rowing Association Wins 9 Gold at Championships

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SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Saratoga Rowing Association won nine of the 33 championship races on championship Sunday, May 12. The SRA also claimed seven silver and bronze medals. The Saratoga girls senior eight (Claire Murphy, Caroline Murphy, Kelli Wegner, Kerri Wegner, Shannon Merboth, lexi Georgia and coxswain Mackenzie Hart) was one of the winners, beating Row New York and Niskayuna by 11-plus seconds for gold, qualifying them for the Scholastic Rowing Association of America regatta May 24 and 25 in Camden New Jersey. The boy’s teams earned five gold medals, two silvers and three bronze medals.

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The Pro Position

by Fred Fruisen for Saratoga TODAY If there is one swing position that I think is the key for the rest of the swing, this is it. Over the years I have noticed one swing position common to almost all tour pros regardless of their size or build. If you study the swing sequences from month to month in Golf Digest or Golf Magazine, you too will notice this position. I don’t believe there is only one way to swing a golf club; however, I have studied countless tour swings. After seeing this common thread among the best in the world, I have made getting students into this position a top priority when teaching the golf swing. I know from experience that if I get my golfers into the pro position in the backswing, they will

have the ability to play confident, consistent, top-level golf. Here are the facts: Most pros keep the clubhead outside the hands when the shaft is parallel to the ground during the backswing (as shown in the photo). This not only ensures the club is on a great path, it also creates tremendous width, which maximizes distance. That’s one of the reasons the pros hit it so far. Even the smaller guys like Ricky Fowler pound it. He really exaggerates this move. Most amateurs take the clubhead inside the hands and feet by the time the shaft is parallel to the ground during the backswing. The problem with this faulty technique is that once the clubhead comes inside the hands, you are more or less on a recovery mission for the rest of the swing. This is the point where the body intuitively attempts to compensate for incorrect swing positions, which make it very difficult to be consistent or to hit quality shots at important times during the round. This leads to bad habits and shots being hit impressively and embarrassingly offline in multiple directions. End result: shattered confidence. When I get my golfers into the pro position, they no longer fear that they will hit the ball very far off line. Once that fear is eliminated, they can swing freely. Confidence replaces fear. Not only will my

students’ accuracy dramatically improve, but so will their distance. The great thing about adapting to this swing adjustment is that it happens so early in the swing. It is easy to incorporate without feeling you are getting too technical. Once you have made it to this position, the only thing left to do is commit to a full, firm swing. Then, if you get to the finish line, chances are that you’ll hit an awesome golf shot. For those of you who whip the clubhead inside during the takeaway, when you first start to work on getting into the pro position, it will probably feel awkward, as if

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you’re taking the club on an exaggerated outside path. But as Butch Harmon says, “Feel and real are two different things.” If something feels awkward, I say, “Great.” It is easy to “feel” what awkward is. It means you’re doing something different. So embrace that awkward feeling until it feels natural. To incorporate this move, alignment sticks work great. Here’s how you do it: take an alignment rod and put one end on the ground on your right toe (if you are a righthanded golfer) parallel to your target line (the sticks are usually 3 feet long). Then take your other

alignment rod and poke it in the ground vertical where the other rod ends. With the rods in this position when you swing the club back, if you tick the rod with your clubhead you know you are taking it too far inside on the way back. Work on it a little—you’ll get it. I’ll explain more about this move in my next lesson. Fred Fruisen is the coachofgolf. Fruisen is a PGA Professional and the golf coach at Skidmore College in Saratoga Springs. For more lessons go to his website, www. coachofgolf.com. For personal instruction call (518) 565-7350.

Dottie Pepper Joins ESPN’s Golf Coverage Team

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Saratoga Springs resident Dottie Pepper, a major championship-winning golfer as well as a respected television commentator and author, has joined ESPN’s golf coverage team and will make her on-air debut at next month’s U.S. Open. Pepper, a 17-time winner on the LPGA Tour during her career, will serve multiple roles on ESPN’s

multiplatform golf coverage including analyst, on-course reporter and anchor during live play. She also will be an analyst on ESPN’s signature news and information program SportsCenter and will write for ESPN.com. “Joining the ESPN golf team offers me the chance to cover the greatest golf events in the world,” said Pepper. “It’s a team of passionate and proven winners, dedicated to making the events they cover the best in the game.” Pepper, who retired from the LPGA in 2004, worked for the past eight years as a golf commentator for NBC Sports and The Golf Channel and also was a contributing columnist for Sports Illustrated. She announced at the end of the 2012 season that she would be joining the PGA of America Board of Directors to work on developing

junior golf in the United States. ESPN’s championship golf schedule for 2013 includes the Masters, U.S. Open and The Open Championship; the U.S. Women’s Open and Women’s British Open; and the U.S. Senior Open and Senior Open Championship. “ESPN’s golf schedule is perfect for me,” said Pepper. “I love working in television and this schedule allows me to do that but also gives me time to continue my work with the PGA of America and junior golf. It’s an ideal situation.” A three-time NCAA AllAmerican golfer at Furman University, Pepper turned pro in 1987 and her 17 victories on the LPGA Tour included two of women’s golf ’s major championships. She was LPGA Player of the Year in 1992, a six-time Solheim Cup team member and won more than $6.8

million during her career. In addition to her work on television, Pepper also is co-author of the Bogey Tees Off and Bogey Ballton’s Night Before Christmas children’s books. “We’re very pleased to have the opportunity for Dottie to join our team,” said Mike McQuade, ESPN vice president, production. “Her knowledge, experience

and professionalism will bring another layer of strength to our golf coverage.” ESPN will televise the first two rounds of the second men’s major championship of the season, the U.S. Open from Merion Golf Club in Ardmore, Pa., June 13-14. Coverage also will include six days of SportsCenter specials from the event beginning Tuesday, June 11.

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The PGA and Vijay Singh . . . Like Oil and Water by Damian Fantauzzi for Saratoga TODAY Vijay Singh is suing the PGA Tour for what he calls a defamation of character. That’s a move on his part that could do more damage to his character than what the PGA did. The Tour doesn’t choose the items that appear on the list of the World Anti-Doping Agencies guidelines. It seems that the PGA

has pretty much gone out of their way to help Singh, by dropping the charges. The substance is “deer antler” and is actually no longer considered a banned substance. A little history on the story: The PGA has a set of rules they enforce and every tour player is made aware of them. These rules have been scrutinized, discussed, brought to the front and agreed on by the players. Now that “deer antler” has been erased as illegal, Vijay feels he was a victim of a witch hunt. He admitted to using the substance before it was dropped from the list, but at the time of his use it was still considered cheating. The PGA Tour dropped the charges on Singh because it was no longer listed as a sinful tool. Maybe he shouldn’t be getting off without some sort of repercussion for his actions. Instead of an expression of gratitude to The PGA, which set him free to get back to his profession, he’s filing a lawsuit. What is “deer antler” and what can it do? The product is called deer velvet, a spray, and it comes from the growing bone and cartilage that develops into deer antlers. People have used deer velvet as a medicine for a wide range of health problems. It’s used to boost strength and endurance, improve the way the immune system works, counter the effects of stress and promote rapid recovery from illness. The substance

is primarily used when an athlete is power training, or weight training. Like many of these supplements there may be side effects, but it’s not known what the possible side effects might be. They do know that it shouldn’t be used during pregnancy. I would never recommend a product that doesn’t have enough research behind it to justify its use. Back to Vijay, he needs to reconsider his aggressive attack on the PGA. He, historically, has had his problems. One that goes back to 1985, when the now 50-yearold was just 22 years of age. He was suspended from the Asian Tours because he allegedly doctored his scorecard. He also has the reputation of being one of the “bad guys” on the tour. Vijay has made a statement, through his lawyer, relating to the dropped charges: “I am proud of my

achievement, my work ethic and the way I live my life. The PGA Tour not only treated me unfairly, but displayed a lack of professionalism that should concern every professional golfer and fan of the game.” He states that his use of deer velvet was a necessary relief for his bad knee and back—he claimed that it worked for him. It might be time for Vijay to move into the senior tour. There’s a lot of money to be made at that level. He can compete with guys who have the same chronic pains that he has and maybe just take ibuprofen and a hot shower for his aches and pains. But what Vijay Singh is doing isn’t going to make his pain go away. To the contrary of his reputation, he needs to shed a new light on his story by forgiving the PGA for doing their job. Sounds a little silly, but it’s just a suggestion.

Sectional Results Roundup Girls Lacrosse:

the Section II Class B quarterfinals.

Schuylerville 20, Holy Names 11 No. 4 Schuylerville put on an offensive showcase against No. 5 Holy Names. The Black Horses have now won eight of their last 12 games dating back to the regular season. Breanna Miller and Megan Young both had five goals apiece to lead the Black Horses to the quarterfinal victory. The home win in the Section II Class C tournament matched Schuylerville against No. 1 Albany Academy, Thursday, May 16 in the semifinals.

Men’s Tennis:

No. 4 Bethlehem 6, No. 5 Saratoga Springs 2 Bethlehem’s goalkeeper Mary Kate McDonough had 11 saves in the Section II Class A win that ends

the Blue Streaks’ senior captain Briana Sirianni’s successful career at Saratoga Springs. The offensive catalyst will be playing Division I lacrosse at Siena next year. Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake 19, Ballston Spa 2 Jordyn Godfrey and Nicole Beardsley had 11 combined goals and 19 points in No. 3 Burnt Hills’ convincing win over Ballston Spa in

Niskayuna 5, Saratoga Springs 4 After a strong finish, the No. 3 Blue Streaks dropped a close one to the No. 6 Silver Warriors in the Class AA Section II Quarterfinals and a chance to play No. 2 Guilderland. Originally down 5-1, the No. 1 doubles team of Terrence Maydick and Paul Butrico won 2-6, 6-4, 7-2 and the doubles team of Casey Vaughn and Andrew Farrell won 7-5, 6-2. Brett Howe won his singles match 2-6, 6-3, 7-0. Niskayuna’s Justin Hsu took down J.D. Towers in two close battles , 6-4, 6-3. The Blue Streaks, who ended the regular season 9-2 will be losing six seniors heading into 2014.

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Down But Not Out

Saratoga Central Catholics’ first baseman Cameron Coons takes a hack against Fort Plains’ pitcher Marcus Failing.

by Brian Cremo Saratoga TODAY FORT PLAIN — Heading into Tuesday, Saratoga Central Catholic baseball had a chance to split the season series with Fort Plain and snag a share of the Western Athletic Conference title. But those hopes came up short in a 2-0 loss on May 14 against one of the premier pitchers in the league—Marcus Failing. The Toppers southpaw ace is 7-0 with a 0.91 ERA this season. In his seven games started, he has thrown four complete games, giving up just six earned runs in 46.1 innings to go along with 86 strikeouts. On Tuesday, Failing had the Saints bats baffled, often getting ahead in the count and then getting Spa Catholic off-balance and chasing pitches outside of the strike zone. “(Failing) was tough,” Saints head coach Phonsey Lambert said. “He’s got us two times in a row (this season). I thought Jake (Moline) matched him pitch for pitch. He pitched a great game. The thing about Failing that makes him tough is he’s wild just enough and he works all parts of the plate.” Failing had 13 strikeouts against Spa Catholic, who managed four hits in the game – one more than the Toppers got off Moline. Moline had seven strikeouts through six strong, but a couple tough plays in the field made the difference. One of those was in the second inning. After a leadoff double by the Toppers’ Dakota Nemecek, Moline responded by striking out Failing on a high fastball and getting Jesse Heroth to ground out. But Trent Douglas’ blooper to center field couldn’t be handled by a charging Chris Larson and what would end up being the winning run crossed home after running with two outs.

“We had a couple lapses defensively and that cost us,” Lambert said. “And we had a couple situations when we had runners in scoring position and we just couldn’t get the big hit.” The Saints had opportunities in the fourth and sixth innings, but both ended with Cameron Coons stranded on third base. Coons reached base safely in all three atbats, going 2-for-3 with a walk and two singles. In the sixth inning, he was moved to third after Jesse Winters laced a line drive double down the right field line, but Failing struck out back-to-back batters to end the frame. The 2-0 loss to Fort Plain at the Ballpark at Phillips Field was an improvement, said Lambert, upon the loss back on May 3 at Joe Bruno Stadium. Technically a home game for the Saints, they fell 5-2, as Winters gave up five earned runs over 4.1 innings of work. Following the early May loss, the Saints went on a four game tear, outscoring opponents 38-15, to have the shot at another WAC championship. After dropping Wednesday’s final regular season game to Canajoharie, 6-5, the Saints fell to 13-3 in the WAC and 14-4 overall, three games behind undefeated Fort Plain. With the regular season over, the Saints are hosting the 25th Annual Phil Waring Tournament Championship, which was postponed last weekend. Starting at 9 a.m. Saturday at Veterans Memorial Park, the Saints will have one more weekend of games before the Section II Class B sectionals begin. As one season comes to an end, a new one will begin for the Saints, who are looking to capture their fifth Section II Class B title in seven years. The Section II baseball seeding meeting is scheduled for Monday, May 20.

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Saints pitcher Jake Moline was handed a Tuesday, May 14 loss, as the Saints missed a chance at the WAC title heading into sectionals. Photo courtesy of Brian Cremo. See Saints pg. 31