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Volume 8 • Issue 42 • October 25 – November 1, 2013

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2,095 Boats Head to Fish Creek

by Brian Cremo Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS — A week after the largest regatta in the world, the Head of the Charles, Saratoga Springs’ 27th Annual Head of the Fish is actually expecting more boats.

The Saratoga Rowing Association received 2,095 boat entries as of Thursday afternoon, compared to the 2,083 boats at this year’s Charles in Boston.

“Nobody is ever going to be like [The Charles], but in terms of number of boats in the weekend, we’re bigger than that now,” said SRA regatta director Chris Chase.

“Once we start launching, we’re not going to stop. Over 1,000 boats a See Head of Fish pg. 70

Photo by Deborah Neary

Saratoga Fall Fest Downtown Celebration

See Schedule pg. 60-61 Photo by Susan Farnsworth.

Don’t Worry, Be Happy

by Patricia Older Saratoga TODAY

SCHUYLERVILLE — When life gives you lemons, don’t just make lemonade, build a lemonade stand, bring in some vegetables as well, work hard and keep smiling. At least that is how Joseph Garricks looks at life—don’t worry, be happy, kind and giving.

“He has a refreshing naiveté; an artistic temperament,” said Nate Darrow, owner of Saratoga Apple and Joseph’s employer. “He always seems to take a negative and turn it into a positive—for example he once was in a car accident and by the next day he had created a song about it thanking the Lord for the men who had made the guardrails.”

Featured Stories Wilton Mall Bow Tie Cinema Opens this Weekend.

See Bow Tie pg. 7

Inside TODAY Blotter 3 Obituaries 6 RSVP

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Voter’s Guide

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Weekend Forecast FRIDAY

46|36 The guardrails had kept his car from going off the road and being a much worse accident.

Life has not been easy for Joseph, but somehow he has a refreshing way See Fundraiser pg. 7

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Week of October 25 – November 1, 2013

Gateway House of Peace Fundraiser Photos by MarkBolles.com

MALTA – The brisk, breezy day last Sunday didn’t stop plenty of families from coming out to the Fall Family Festival in Saratoga, sponsored by Gateway House of Peace.

Children enjoyed pumpkin painting, apple tic-tac-toe, a bounce house, pumpkin toss, a peek at some owls, and more. Live music, Irish dancers, food, and raffles provided plenty of entertainment throughout the day. All proceeds of the event benefitted Gateway House as they aim to open their nonprofit hospice in March.

Wild Irish Acres Dancers.

Officer Nick Denno and partner Gunner.

Archie the Screech Owl.

Haylei Bush and Emily Freeman.

Olivia Bishop and Kearstin Kunz of girl scout troupe 3205 of NE NY.

The Urban family learns about wildlife from Five Rivers Environmental Education Center.

Week of October 25 – November 1, 2013 Jeffrey R. Jakob, 48, Hickory Grove Drive, Larchmont, was arrested October 18 and charged with speeding in posted zone, failure to keep right and DWI. Jakob was stopped on Ballston Avenue at 4:40 a.m.

Peter L. Madkin, 25, Old Deer Camp Road, Saratoga Springs was arrested on October 18 for DWI, BAC of .08 percent or higher and speeding in a posted zone. Madkin was stopped on Union Avenue at 3:44 a.m.

Tracy L. Wilcox, 33, Congress Avenue, Saratoga Springs, was arrested on October 18 and charged with DWI, fail to keep right, BAC of .08 percent or higher and expired inspection certificate. Wilcox was stopped on Ballston Avenue at 1:43 a.m.

David A. Danner, 56, Saratoga Avenue, Mechanicville, was arrested October 18 and charged with DWI, BAC of .08 percent or higher, failure to keep right and failure to signal. Danner was stopped on Lincoln Avenue at 12:11 a.m.

Gilbert E. Lawyer, 2, Outer Drive, Schenectady, was arrested on October 19 for DWI, BAC of .08 percent or higher and speeding. Lawyer was stopped on Jefferson Street at 3:44 a.m.

Christopher J. Hogan, 47, State Route 40, Argyle, was arrested on October 19 and charged with DWI, BAC of .08 percent or higher, unlicensed driver and failure to stop at a stop sign. Hogan was stopped on Spring Street at 2:48 a.m.

Samantha Rivera, 19, of Bogart Terrace, Albany, was arrested October 18 and charged with second-degree criminal impersonation. Rivera was arrested at the Casino at 10:31 p.m.

Spencer W. Moseman, 20, Maple Avenue, Ballston Spa, was arrested October 18 on a

warrant from an incident in February for petit larceny.

Jeffrey J. Armstrong, 33, Franklin Street, Saratoga Springs, was arrested on October 18 and charged with fourth degree stalking.

Michael K. Weise, 36, 1037 Lenox Road, Apt. 2, Brooklyn pled guilty on October 11 in Saratoga County Court to third degree criminal possession of a controlled substance and third degree criminal possession of a weapon. Weise was sentenced to five years state prison and three years post release supervision for the drug conviction and two to four years on the weapons charge to run concurrent, as well as the felony DWI conviction.

Lawrence P. Brisson II, 34, 33 Swan Street, Apt. 2F, Schenectady, pled guilty in Saratoga County Court on October 11 to firstdegree criminal contempt.

Sentencing will be December 6 at 9:15 a.m.

Shylo Croft, 28, residing at 3901 Lewis Road, Lot 141, Ballston Spa, pled guilty in Saratoga County Court on December 13 to aggravated DWI for having a child in the vehicle.

Sentencing will be December 13 at 9:15 a.m.

Francis P. Peluso, 56, of County Route 70, Stillwater pled guilty on October 18 in Saratoga County Court to felony DWI. Sentencing will be January 10.

William Pendleton, 67, of 619 Elk Circle, Ballston Spa, pled guilty to third degree criminal sale of a controlled substance.

Sentencing will be December 13.

Mark C. Hulstrunk, 57, State Route 146, Rexford, was arrested on October 19 by the New York State Police and charged with menacing a police officer, second degree criminal possession of a weapon, fourth degree criminal

BLOTTER possession of a weapon, resisting arrest and second degree harassment. Hulstrunk was arraigned in Clifton Park Court and remanded to Saratoga County Jail on $20,000 cash or $40,000 bail.

John P. Guillaume, 55, of Schenectady was arrested

by New York State Police on October 19 following a report of an intoxicated truck driver at the Malta Price Chopper.

Guillaume was operating a Coca Cola tractor-trailer and was interviewed and subsequently arrested for DWI. Guillaume’s BAC registered at .19 percent, nearly five times the legal limit. The legal limit to operate a commercial vehicle in New York State is .04 percent, and operating a commercial vehicle over .18 percent is a felony. Guillaume was arraigned in the Town of Stillwater court on an aggravated felony DWI charge.

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Week of October 25 – November 1, 2013

Letters to the Editor

Dear Editor,

I support Joanne Yepsen for mayor not because she is a friend and business associate. She became a friend and business associate because I repeatedly witnessed her extraordinary commitment to helping people; to do the right thing whether it is a blue idea or a red one; to work tirelessly to maintain the quality of life that brought so many of us to move here, and stay.

She has earned my respect as an individual, community leader and public servant.

I’ve seen her work diligently to make our voices heard in Albany—so that the horse racing, tourism and agriculture industries remain strong, and continue to support our local economy.

I’ve heard her jump to work for constituents time and time again, without asking if or how they vote or where they live or whom they know. And I’ve watched as she linked arms and stoop up for some of the most underserved people among us, whether it was popular or not.

Saratoga Springs is destined to continue to be a wonderful a place to live with a mayor like Joanne. She

understands how important our history is—but it doesn’t keep her from supporting smart, balanced progress. She isn’t afraid to take on the tough challenges, like fiscal responsibility. And she believes sustainability is as important as, well, sustaining our livelihood.

I personally know she will work for everyone, she’ll be fair, and will do the best she can to make Saratoga a place I’m proud to call home. Not because she’s a good friend. Because she’s proven that’s who she is.

Ruth Fein Revell Saratoga Springs

Dear Editor, First, let’s get rid of the town planner on the pretext that one is not needed and that monies will be saved. Then let’s budget town dollars on consulting and engineering fees that exceed the town planner’s salary.

Then, let’s have a subcommittee propose changes to the zoning rules that allow increased development and density that run counter to the communities own thoughtfully crafted Master Plan.

Also let’s not release the names of

members of this so-called committee, other than its chairperson, and let’s make sure there are no minutes of their deliberations.

Since the ethics committee comes up with findings of inappropriate activities of at least one member of the Wilton Town Board let’s dismiss this committee and propose new rules that let the town board itself be the arbitrator of what constitutes ethical behavior.

All of the above “RESULTS,” to use Bob Rice’s term, have been accomplished over the past four years.

Lets add a pair of energetic, honest, community minded people to the Wilton Town Board who will not tolerate the above goings on.

Please mark your calendar for November 5 and cast your vote for my lovely wife, Joanne Klepetar, and also for John McEachron.

Thank you, Thomas Klepetar, M.D. Wilton

Dear Editor, I have been a resident of the Town of Wilton since 1982. What a great place to live! A real gem is Gavin Park, a great place for residents to go and have a good time.

There are all sorts of fun things to do there, both indoors and outdoors; and Wilton is fortunate to have such a park. Thanks to the leadership of Bob Rice and Art Johnson, Gavin Park is in better shape than it has ever been. Over the past four years these forward looking, family oriented Wilton board members have increased funding for the park, increasing recreational opportunities for all by adding a stone dust past around the perimeter of the park, an ice skating rink and a spray park. Bob Rice and Art Johnson have done a great job managing the quality of life in Wilton. I am voting for Bob and Art on November 5. I urge all Wilton residents to do the same.

Nancy Dowd Saratoga Springs

Janet St. Clair Saratoga Springs

Dear Editor, It seems to me that voters in Saratoga Springs have a clear choice when it comes to voting for mayor this year. There is a big difference between actually doing the work and sitting in the minority of the Saratoga County Board of Supervisors and complaining.

Shauna Sutton has done the work and knows her way around City Hall to get the job done.

Her opponent sashays in to City Council meetings to talk up accomplishments of the Board of Supervisors, a board upon which she has little, if any, impact.

It’s easy to see why Shauna Sutton deserves to be our next mayor.

Bob Lounsbury Gansevoort

Dear Editor, Even though I’ve been a Democrat for all of my adult life, I’m voting for Shauna Sutton for mayor this November.

Shauna has served our city admirably as deputy mayor for the last six years and has the necessary experience to step into the mayor’s job without missing a beat.

As you look around Saratoga Springs you see evidence of what Shauna has helped bring to our award-winning city. You see a much needed parking garage off Broadway, a movie theater back in downtown for the first time in a generation and a vibrant downtown business district.

Shauna also has helped get the dream of a recreation center built that has been an instant success for our community’s youth and families.

With Shauna, you actually see evidence of accomplishments.

Shauna’s opponent’s copycat campaigning aside, eight years as county supervisor, Joanne Yepsen has been unable to demonstrate a fraction of Shauna’s accomplishments. What makes anyone think she would do better for the city of Saratoga.

When you go to vote on November 5 I urge you, especially my fellow Democrats, to vote for Shauna’s proven record of accomplishments rather than Joanne Yepsen’s lackluster performance.

to accomplish her goals. I urge all Saratoga Spring voters to vote for Joanne Yepsen and the Democratic slate on November 5.

Dear Editor, I am writing to express my strong support for mayoral candidate Joanne Yepsen and the Democratic slate in Saratoga Springs. My reasons for supporting Joanne are as follows: • Joanne has been and will be a voice for all of us living year round in Saratoga Springs, including families, seniors and all who do not represent special interests or money but deserve equal attention.

• She will return your calls.

She is accessible and responsive and believes you are important.

• Joanne is experienced and has an eight-year proven record of collaborative activity and success.

We know Joanne’s record her votes and her thoughts.

• She will conduct city business in the open. She believes government should be transparent.

• Joanne supports SMART growth. She is not anti-development but pro intelligent growth protecting our “City in the Country”.

• She supports full staffing of our police and fire departments. Recently several major construction projects have been completed and more are in progress. These new additions to the city increase residency and patronage here. This is not a time for public safety to be understaffed. Joanne will be a mayor for everyone. She will need support on the council

Michael V. Martin Saratoga Springs

Dear Editor, Wilton is at a crossroads, brought on by the personal and political agendas of town councilmen Robert Rice and Robert Pulsifer. They have ignored the people of Wilton during the governing process and done as they pleased for nearly four years. If our town board continues to follow the “Rice-ifer” agenda, the damage will be irreversible.

Local government must be about and for the people.

Wilton needs your vote to restore integrity, honesty and transparency, decent behavior and respect for the people back into our town board.

Please join me in supporting John McEacheron and Joanne Klepetar on Election Day. John is a lifetime resident of Wilton and Joanne has lived here for 39 years. They are respectful people of integrity.

John is running on the Republican line and Joanne is unaffiliated, but on the Democrat line, they are really both non-partisan.

They are taking no money from any political party. The only folks they will answer to is you! The price for political conformance is too high. Partisan Politics has become the “new normal” and actual governing for the people takes a back seat. Just Look at the Wilton GOP’s

Week of October 25 – November 1, 2013

Letters to the Editor disrespect toward Roy McDonald for his non-conformance.

Wilton is at a critical point. We need to plan smart, budget smart and enhance the quality of life in our town now and for our families in the future. We need transparency with a town board that looks and thinks like our population. (Wilton consists of more than just the white male Republican Party Conformists that own our current board).

All the people of Wilton deserve respectful representation.

Your vote for John and Joanne will provide this. These folks will work hard for the only ones they are beholden to the residents.

Sincerely, Dennis Towers Wilton

Dear Editor, Bob Rice is the most qualified candidate running for town board in Wilton. The Democratic candidate is frustrated by the growth in Wilton and believes that her opponent is largely responsible for this development. Her solution would be to follow the town’s comprehensive plan. The problem with her position is that the town’s comprehensive plan was written in 2006, well before Mr. Rice was elected and it actually spells out the current development, which she opposes.

So why does the Democrat place so much blame for Wilton’s development on her Republican opponent? The answer appears to be either ignorance of who Bob is or a political strategy. Bob Rice represents the opposite of what she has accused him of. Bob has dedicated his life to preserving the environment and volunteering for others.

His love of the outdoors and nature led him to become an Eagle Scout and to obtain a degree in forestry.

Bob served as a volunteer for the Saratoga County Humane Society caring for animals. He has been on the Saratoga/Wilton YMCA board of directors. Bob worked with the Gift of Life organization to bring sick children from other countries to Albany Medical Center for life saving heart surgeries. He cofounded the Wilton Rotary and is a board member for the Wilton Wildlife Preserve and Park. Bob was a member of the Wilton Planning Board. Just two years into his current term Supervisor Art Johnson named Bob Rice as his deputy. Bob’s commitment to the environment and his community were obvious

to Art, and they are obvious to anyone looking at his record without a political agenda. Please join me in supporting Bob Rice for Town Board this November.

Chris Ramsdill Saratoga Springs

Dear Editor, This letter is in support of Joanne Yepsen for mayor of Saratoga Springs. Our city needs Joanne’s 21st century approach to leadership with her accessible and inclusive approach to governing.

I am a wife, mother of four school-age children and a nurse practitioner. I am involved in our community and schools and care deeply about our city’s sustainability and future. I first met Joanne Yepsen to discuss ways to develop alternative bike/pedestrian paths from my neighborhood to town.

How wonderful it would be for those of us outside of town to be able to pedal a few miles and go to breakfast or visit our local library?

Perhaps Saratoga could develop a bike share program. Joanne was enthusiastic about these ideas and encouraged me to become involved.

Joanne believes all citizens should shape and ultimately decide the direction of our city. She commands transparency and accessibility. We all have a place at Joanne Yepsen’s table.

As a four term elected county supervisor, it is clear Joanne does not waiver from her beliefs, despite political pressure or consequence.

She stands for so many of the things we all value: thoughtful controlled growth, protection of open spaces, clean air and water, prudent fiscal management, and ultimately developing a 10-20 year plan for our city.

Voting for Joanne Yepsen for Mayor will be a vote for Saratoga Springs. Joanne will work collaboratively with our other elected and community leaders. She will make Saratoga Springs a better version of what we already are: a city of health, history and horses.

Julie Cuneo, MSN, ACNP-CS Saratoga Springs

Dear Editor, Growing up in Wilton I was surrounded by a solid community with strong town leadership. Roy McDonald knew that there was a balance between growth and maintaining a community with rural character. He understood that we

didn’t need to choose between having a town tax or a mega building (see Gordon Development). He recognized that preserving Wilton’s rural character, upholding a high quality of life; creating recreational opportunities and maintaining a zero town tax were priorities.

If you believe that these goals take precedence over the wants of out-of-town developers, then you have a clear choice this November in supporting two independent voices for Wilton Town Board— John McEachron and Joanne Klepetar. These individuals are passionate about maintaining a high quality of life for Wilton residents. McEachron and Klepetar believe, like Roy, that smart growth and thorough planning creates jobs, alleviates traffic concerns, improves safety on our roads and creates a community where residents don’t shoulder the burdens caused by outpacing development of apartments over traditional neighborhoods.When Bob Rice was elected, the board voted to eliminate the town planner, remove the entire ethics board and propose 118 zoning changes without resident input.

Two-thirds of Wilton GOP’s money came from developers or businesses who won uncontested bids or were on the favorable receiving end of zoning changes/variances (i.e. $4,100 from BBL Construction— Albany, $4,050 from Capital District Enterprises LLC-Development— Latham and $2,475 from Farone— Saratoga Heritage Apartments).

We, the residents of Wilton, have an opportunity to refocus Wilton’s development on the growth and solidarity of a strong, safe community, instead of an open invitation to out-of-town corporate developers to facelift our town. That’s why I encourage you to support leadership such as John McEachron and Joanne Klepetar, who believe residents’ interests and quality of life come first.

Sincerely, Jon Dorflinger Wilton

Dear Editor, I will be voting for Shauna Sutton for mayor on November 5.

Shauna has six years of experience in the mayor’s office. She knows what it takes to work on city issues day after day. She will be able from day one to provide taxpayers with a mayor who already understands the job and the importance of keeping taxes low.

Senior citizens, young couples just starting out and our children who grew up here deserve the opportunity to be able to afford to live in our beautiful city. Shauna has laid out goals that are realistic, cost effective and address the city’s needs.

Shauna worked the last six years on projects that have benefitted the entire city; the rec center that had been talked about for years but never built, a new parking garage downtown built through a public-private partnership and a variety of new initiatives that have helped us retain our city in the country feel.

Some politicians talk in generalities with no specific information given on the cost in taxes to our citizens. Shauna wishes to look out for all Saratogians and will always let us know up front what the final costs will be to taxpayers.

I urge you to join me on November 5 and cast your vote for mayor for Shauna Sutton.

Sincerely, Bill Casazza Saratoga Springs

Dear Editor, I proudly support Joanne Yepsen for mayor. As a longtime resident of Saratoga Springs I have known many local politicians.

That’s why I can say with confidence that Joanne is really special.

Although she ran for her current position as a Democrat, Joanne has proven to be the least partisan civic leader that our city has seen. She reaches out across Party lines time and time again. It doesn’t matter whether you’re a Republican, Independent or Democrat; Joanne is always more than willing to hear you out. Doing right by people, not political partisanship is what her public service is about. It’s not just me that sees this. In talking with others I have noticed that Joanne has as many Republican admirers as she has Democrats. This explains why Republicans have been so reluctant to run candidates against her. The bottom line is that Joanne is by nature a unifier and by extension a leader.

With national politics degenerating into dysfunctional partisanship, it’s even more important that we insure that this doesn’t happen on our own doorstep. An excessively partisan atmosphere threatens everyone. Unfortunately during the last six years, city residents have been subjected to an unnecessary

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amount of it. The mayor’s office attempted to go it alone and have the final word on the appointment of all 13 Comprehensive Committee members. Of course they were eventually forced to back down; not to mention that this action was in violation of state guidelines. On Charter change they could have gotten the result they wished for without all the expense and disruption if only they had shown some basic civility and chosen to trust the voters.

You won’t see this brand of petty partisanship coming out of Mayor Yepsen’s office. With Washington in shambles, we need a respite in Saratoga Springs.

Marcelline Taylor Saratoga Springs

Dear Editor, I’m sitting here holding a glossy card dropped off at my house by Bob Rice. WOW, he sure does have a lot of impressive credentials! His “Experience” and his “Results” to quote him are not in question here.

His results are not what I wanted and his vision for Wilton differs greatly from mine.

Joanne Klepetar visited me as well and she explained to me that she is not against development but feels the need to slow it down and plan more carefully for the future lest we end up looking like other towns that had no real plan or vision. She thinks Wilton needs to do a better job.

Wilton is a hidden gem just now being discovered by out-oftown developers who have their own agenda. We can’t let their agenda become our agenda. It is our town; we must make the rules and call the shots, not them. With our close proximity to Saratoga Springs and GlobalFoundries in Malta, Wilton is beginning to take off just as we knew it would when the present Board did away with our planner. We must stay in control of our own future. We can’t sell ourselves short; we don’t need to.

So while I have no problem with Bob Rice’s credentials, I have a major problem with his vision and ambitions for our town.

On November 5 my vote will go to Joanne Klepetar and to John McEachron, both of whom I have complete trust in to do the right thing by us. Neither of them have any hidden agenda other then to do what is right to keep Wilton special for those of us who live here.

Carol I. Glansberg Wilton

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obituaries

Week of October 25 – November 1, 2013

Paul J. Guarnieri

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Paul J. Guarnieri, 73, of Saratoga Springs, passed away peacefully, October 15, surrounded by his loving wife Patricia and their children.

Born in Buffalo on December 23, 1939, he was the son of the late Alfred and Helen Guarnieri.

Donald G. Woodruff

Paul was retired from the New York State Department of Labor where he worked for 33 years.

He attended St. Vincent de Paul grammar school, Canisius High School and Canisius College. During his high school days, he was first-team All-Catholic in basketball and baseball and was quarterback on the football team. In 2001, Paul was inducted into the Canisius High School Hall of Fame.

Paul was a U.S. Army veteran, rising to the rank of Staff Sergeant. He was a member of the American Legion Post on West Avenue in Saratoga Springs where he enjoyed many days with his veteran friends.

Paul is survived by his loving wife of 47 years Patricia (Centore) Guarneri: his children, Mary (Dennis Blaine), Christine, Paul and Mark; granddaughters, Isabella and Thalia; sisters, Ann Lawson of Buffalo and Helene Mehnert of Chevy Chase, Maryland; and several nieces and nephews.

Carolina, and Evelyn Anne Kelley Ballenger of Pinebluff North Carolina.

He and Rose Marie Duell were married on October 8, 1961 at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Saratoga Springs.

They have three children, Kimberly Marie Kelley (Jim Sumner), Orlando Florida, W. Thomas Kelley III, Richmond, Virginia and Anita Lynn Kelley of Albany.

Other survivors include brothers-in-law, Rev. Donald Ballenger of Pinebluff, North Carolina, Earl Duell (Shirley) of Saratoga Springs, George Duell, Sr., (deceased) (Dorothy), sisters-in law Betty Pisano, Fort Edward, Edie Fitzgerald (Greg) of Wilton, many nieces and nephews, and good friend John Peck.

Roberta L. Ellithorpe GANSEVOORT — Roberta L. Ellithorpe, 85, formerly of Route 50 in Gansevoort, died peacefully at The Stanton Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Glens Falls.

Born on September 21, 1928 in Saratoga Springs, she was the daughter of the late Lela Ellsworth Vandercar and her step father William J. Vandercar.

Roberta was a member for over 60 years in the Wilton Grange as well as the State and National Chapters of the Grange.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Marian M. Welch, 92, passed away Wednesday, October 16 at Saratoga Hospital, after a brief illness.

Born on May 29, 1921 in Saratoga Springs, she was the daughter of the late Sylvester and Mary Ann (Ferrara) Matrazzo. Marian graduated from Saratoga Springs High School Class of 1939 and continued her education, graduating from Mildred Elley in 1941.

Marian was a long time member of the Saratoga Springs Homemade Theater.

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She was instrumental in providing information for the play, “Catching Babies”, about her grandmother, midwife Mary Ann Ferrara.

In addition to her parents, Marian was predeceased by her husband Martin (Jack) Welch and one brother Bart Matrazzo. She is survived by her sister, Josephine Natale; two sons, Martin and Michael; three nephews, John, Phillip and Joseph Natale along with numerous cousins.

Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com.

Albert J. Daigler

Her husband Max Ellithorpe died on September 19, 2006.

She is also predeceased by a brother Leon C. Hammond.

Mrs. Ellithorpe is survived by her son Richard W. Ellithorpe and his wife Marie of Gansevoort, two brother in-law’s Edward Ellithorpe and his wife Beverly of Hudson Falls, Allie Swears and his wife Marilynn of Fortsville, a granddaughter Donna Ellithorpe of Los Angeles, California and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

To view the full version of the obituaries vist the archive section of SaratogaTODAYonline.com It is the policy of Saratoga Today to publish Obituarires as a service to our readers.

is survived by his children, Donna (Edward) Kondenar of Ballston Spa, JoAnn (Rob Frye) Glass of Lakeland, Donald J. Woodruff (fiancée Jennifer Fritche) of Saratoga Springs, Maria (Stanley) Brackett of Wilton, Laura (Daniel) Flinton of Greenfield Center; nine grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. Donald is also survived by two sisters, MaryEllen Mercer of Valatie and Nina Canfield of Albany; one brother, Albert J. Woodruff of Wilton and several nieces and nephews. He will be missed by all.

Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com.

Marian M. Welch

William Thomas Kelley SARATOGA SPRINGS — William Thomas Kelley, Jr., 75, died Thursday, October 17, after a battle with Wegener’s Granulomatosis.

He was the son of W.T. Kelley, Sr. and Annie Rae Kindley Kelley and born on February 28, 1938 at the home place at Stony Point, Greenwood County, South Carolina.

He was in the U.S. Navy nuclear powered submarine program 1959-1963 and was in the commissioning crew of the USS Barb SSN 596, which was commissioned July 24, 1963. He was Electricians Mate 2nd Class. USS Barb was a sister boat to the USS Thresher, which was the first nuclear powered sub to sink. Barb was scheduled for initial sea trial when Thresher sank in the North Atlantic.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by two sisters, Mary Elizabeth Kelley of Greenwood, South

LAKELAND, Florida — Donald G. Woodruff, 75, formerly of Wilton, passed away Sunday, October 20 at home with his loving family, after a long illness.

Born on August 21, 1938 he was the son of the late Albert and Sarah Woodruff. Donald graduated from Colonie Central High School and was a former bus and truck driver.

On September 19, 1958 Donald married the love of his life, Nancy (Piggott) Woodruff and together they had five children.

He retired in 1990 to Sacandaga Lake where he spent his summers and lived in Lakeland, Florida for the winters.

In addition to his wife Nancy, he

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Albert J. Daigler, 83, left this life on Thursday, October 17, after a short illness.

He leaves behind his loving wife of 58 years, Lucy Daigler. Albert was born on September 24, 1930, in Buffalo, the son of the late Albert L. and Loretta (Schmauss) Daigler.

Albert graduated from Kensington High School in Buffalo. He also served his country in the Army from 1951 through 1953. While in the Army, he completed Officer Candidate School, attaining the rank of Second Lieutenant, and was an artillery instructor at Fort Benning, Georgia.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his children, Sandra Daigler (Donald Windelspecht), Stephen Daigler (Francis Mauro), David Daigler (Cynthia), Kathleen Daigler (Laura Robinson), and Christopher Daigler (Renee). He is also survived by his grandchildren, Tyler, Andrew, Nicholas, Michael and Julia Daigler, his brother Raymond Daigler, and many other brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, and friends.

Albert was pre-deceased by his brother, James Daigler, and his sisters, Eileen Keelar and Carol Childs.

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of living it.

Born in rural Jamaica, his father died when he was young and his mother told him he would have to go to work to help support the family. When most children were playing and having fun, he was busy working on the family farm, growing vegetables, tending to goats and sheep and going to the local farmer’s market to sell the wares.

“His work ethic is beyond reproach,” added Darrow. “He is a great guy and a great family man—he has sacrificed continually to take care of his family and now he has this bigger challenge and the way he is meeting with such a positive attitude is so powerful—he is a very simpatico guy.”

Joseph, who comes to the United States in the spring to work during the growing season and who has worked for the Darrow family for the last 17 years, was recently diagnosed with advanced prostate cancer.

“The doctors in Jamaica had said his cancer was cured because they did not see anything,” said friend, Bill Reynolds, who is organizing a fundraiser to help with Joseph’s medical bills.

Joseph, who, in addition to working in the orchards works all the local farmer’s markets for the Darrows from Troy to Queensbury, said he had thought he had hurt his back after one particular big market run.

“I had been lifting these heavy boxes and my back started to hurt,” said Joseph, who has been the sole breadwinner for his extended family since he was 14. “And I tried to rub

alcohol on it and rub it, but it wasn’t getting better.”

After trying to wait for it to get better, even visiting a chiropractor, Joseph’s son, who also works for the Darrow family, insisted he go to the hospital and when he did, he got the grim diagnosis of prostate cancer.

In the country through a Jamaican work program—H2B— Joseph has no medical insurance and does not qualify for any federal or state medical programs.

“We want to think of this fundraiser as more or a marathon and not a sprint because he is still going to have medical needs,” continued Darrow.

The meeting between Darrow and Joseph happened almost 20 years ago when Darrow first purchased what was Bullard Orchards.

Through Jamaica’s H2B program, Joseph had been working for several years for a Massachusetts apple orchard. The owner decided to sell the farm so he could retire.

“He asked me if I wanted to buy it, but I didn’t have any way, so he advertised the machines,” said Joseph.

Darrow saw that advertisement and drove to the farm to see the special peeler, corer and slicer.

“He was in the mountains of Massachusetts and the first time I met him, he was the foreman of the job,” continued Darrow, noting that when he was getting ready to leave, he shook Joseph’s hand and he quietly slipped him a piece of paper. “He had written his name and telephone number on it.”

Darrow brought the machine and Joseph returned to Jamaica, like he does every fall and continued to run the farm he had managed to buy and pay cash for.

Then one day in the spring while harvesting three acres of potatoes, his wife, Gloria, came to him and asked him who was Nate Darrow.

Joseph accepted Darrow’s offer of working for Saratoga Apple and flew to the United States, arriving in the tiny village of Schuylerville.

“I like this area and the people,” said Joseph, who is deeply religious.

“They are all so kind and nice people; and disciplined—I like disciplined people.”

And he kept coming back, season after season.

“He sacrificed a lot to give his family a better life,” continued Darrow.

“He built a house, a really nice house for his wife and children all with what he earned here [in the United States].

And he has his own farm, about five or six acres about a mile from his house that he bought and paid cash for— in the third world there isn’t a lot of credit.”

Continuing, Darrow said that when Joseph found out he was battling cancer; his first thoughts weren’t of himself, but his family.

“He was most concerned with finishing paying for her college education,” Darrow said. “And she isn’t even his biological child—she’s his niece and he took her in when her mother couldn’t take care of her.”

Curtain Up For Wilton Bow Tie Cinema

WILTON— Friday, October 25 promises to go down in Wilton history as a blockbuster day, as the all new Wilton Mall Bow Tie Cinema complex will open for business this weekend with a full slate of movies.

The new cinema complex has eight screens, including one patented “BTX – Bow Tie Extreme” auditorium with a massive 2,000 foot screen, custom leather rocking chairs and enhanced Dolby Digital surround sound.

On that giant screen this weekend is Gravity 3D. Other movies slotted at the cinema this weekend include Captain Phillips, Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2, Escape Plan and Bad Grandpa. For exact show times, call (518) 306-4707.

Joseph and Gloria have five children.

Darrow said that Joseph’s Visa will allow him to stay in the United States until December 11, but because so many people are endeared to him, they are trying to see if he can stay longer in order to continue with treatment because they fear the medical care in Jamaica is not up to the same standards as America.

“They did, after all, say he was not sick,” said Darrow. “If we can get him a resident alien status, commonly referred to as a green card, he can stay for treatment, but he is going to need money for that treatment.”

The fundraiser will be at Saratoga Apple on Saturday, November 2 from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. There will be live music, free wagon rides, mural painting for children, refreshments and a silent auction.

“He has such a wonderful, positive attitude,” said Darrow. “I have always considered him a blessing to this farm. I would trust him, totally, with my life.”

To donate to the Funds for Joseph fundraiser, go to their website, fundforjoseph.com; or to donate items for their silent auction or for more information on how to help, call (518) 232-9968.

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WEEK IN REVIEW

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SARATOGA SPRINGS — St. Clements Regional Catholic School had their 30th Annual Arts & Crafts Show on Saturday, October 19. There were over 45 vendors selling original artwork and handmade crafts. Some of the items that were on sale include hand-crafted Ethiopian jewelry and

artwork, slate artwork, handcrafted lamps, quilts, hand-knitted baby hats and sweaters, recycled pocket watches made into jewelry, holiday decorations, stationary, bamboo, photography, paintings, hair accessories, handmade soaps, rosary beads and other unique handcrafted jewelry.

Week of October 25 – November 1, 2013

A New Day Dawns for Brown’s Beach STILLWATER — “We hope to have the beach ready for next summer,” said Stillwater Supervisor Ed Kinowski.

Those words, which should excite any Saratoga County resident with memories of Brown’s Beach, were said by Kinowski after last weekend, when town officials and residents combined forces, along with some heavy moving equipment to begin the process of reclaiming the beach parcel on the southern end of Saratoga Lake for public use.

The town had bought the six

acre lot last fall and will use funds that are pledged to be donated by GlobalFoundries as soon as the Fab 8.2 plant is built to pay for the beach revival and renovation of the main building. The exact future use of that building is still to be determined.

“We are trying to make the regaining of Brown’s Beach a community event,” Kinowski said, “with the end result being a reclaimed jewel for everyone in the county to enjoy.

More volunteers are certainly welcome. Call town hall at (518) 6646148, ext.1 for more information.

Lt Catone Promoted SARATOGA SPRINGS – Lieutenant John Catone was promoted to Assistant Chief of Police for the Saratoga Springs Police Department. He is a 26-year veteran of the SSPD and for the past two years he has been the officer in charge of the Investigations Division and the department’s Public Information Officer.

Catone has earned several department awards including the Life Saving Medal in 1991, Honorable Service Commendations in 2001, 2002 and 2006, multiple unit citations and has been recognized for outstanding service by the Veteran’s of Foreign Wars, New York State Assembly

(twice) and the Saratoga Springs City School District.

He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice from Empire State College (2004) and is expected to complete the requirements for a Master’s Degree in Criminal Justice from Arizona State University in December. He is a member of the advisory boards for the Saratoga Center for the Family and the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. He was head coach of the Saratoga Central Catholic High School boys’ basketball team (1996-2008) and lives locally with his wife Erin and their daughter Riley.

Equipment and volunteers arrive at Brown’s Beach. Photo by MarkBolles.com

Two Arrested for Stealing From Cars SARATOGA SPRINGS – Two men were arrested early Saturday morning after police responded to a call about suspicious activity in the area of Michael Drive, a small subdivision tucked in off of Grand Avenue and behind the former Jamesway.

Kevin Leno, 29, of Ash Street and Kevin Loubier, 23, of Vanderbilt Terrace were both arrested on one count of petit larceny and criminal

possession of stolen property. Police say that their initial investigation shows that Leno and Loubier had entered over a dozen vehicles or moreand are asking for anyone who might have had items taken from their vehicle to please report it by calling (518) 584-1800.

Leno was charged with four counts of petit larceny, four counts of fifth degree criminal possession of stolen property and seventh degree criminal possession of a controlled substance.

Loubier was charged with two counts of petit larceny, two counts of fifth degree criminal possession of stolen property.

Week of October 25 – November 1, 2013

Opinion

by Arthur Gonick Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS— At the last Saratoga Springs City Council meeting on Tuesday, October 15, something happened for the first time since I started covering these proceedings in 2009.

I walked out early. At 11 p.m.

I’ve always considered it a point of pride to stay on until the end of these meetings, because sometimes I might pick up an item that grows into a story after my colleagues at dailies have to dash to make their deadlines.

It’s also a matter of respect for those who are at the end of the agenda. And, for you who reads this.

But quite frankly, folks, I just couldn’t take it anymore.

These meetings are way too long to be useful. They aren’t starting to get out of hand—they’re already way out of hand, they have been for some time and someone has to protest. So it falls to me.

As a writer, I was taught early on that the receiver of a message is at least as important as the sender.

Thus, if I fail to make clear, concise, understandable points, I lose the reader.

So how’s this? Council—you are losing people.

In droves.

With your endless agendas, discussions that are repetitive, rambling and have no structure.

This is not meant as a slam against any individual. In my

opinion, some council members are worse than others, but as a collective body you are, I’m sorry, terrible.

But I am sympathetic to your situation. For I confess that here at the paper I’m the undisputed champ of “long-winded-ism.” I never met an attention span that I couldn’t outlast. Ask anyone.

So I have to force myself to be disciplined and realize that someone is giving you an honor when they give you their attention, or in your case, Council, attend your meetings.

Abuse that privilege and they learn to stay away.

Out of that discipline, I have now learned to detail my point of view concisely.

And so I’m here to offer help.

Perhaps the next Mayor will decide to have someone from the private sector take a look at things, for no private company stay in business with over four hour board meetings twice a month.

Perhaps she (side note: interesting to not write he/she for once) will forward that person this note.

Here are some suggestions that once employed, are guaranteed to make these marathon meetings efficient and meaningful. Guaranteed, I say.

Oops, I must have fallen in love with the sound of my voice again and run out of space, so I guess I’ll have to learn the lesson again to be more respectful to you, the receiver and your time.

If I am lucky enough to get another chance.

NEWS

Editorial

Dear Wilton Residents,

Wilton, like many communities, is facing a number of challenges. As you can see by what is going on in Washington and in our own town hall, the incumbents are not getting the job done. It is time for a change and we are lucky that John McEachron and Joanne Klepetar are candidates for our town board.

I’ve known both of these fine individuals for more than 30 years.

They are honest and decent folks who have raised their children in Wilton and been outstanding community volunteers and working professionals. They have the experience and intelligence to manage our town’s growing financial burdens to support its infrastructure, such as roads and buildings as well as its programs for recreation, our seniors, the wildlife preserve and others.

What I like best about John and Joanne is their independence. John is a registered Republican, but he is his own man. He has not and will not accept a dime from the party for his campaign. He will answer only to the residents and voters. Joanne is registered as unaffiliated and her only goal is to represent you in a responsible manner. By the way, it has been more than 20 years since a woman has been elected to the town board and I think it’s about time that 51 percent

of our residents (women) have a representative in town government.

Please vote for John McEachron and Joanne Klepetar for Wilton Councilman. We need new voices on the board that speak for all of us

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instead of just a privileged few. Let’s buck a national trend and elect candidates that can work together for a better Wilton.

Councilman John Lant Wilton

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Week of October 25 – November 1, 2013

An Eventful Thursday All photos by Deborah Neary

by Trina Lucas Saratoga TODAY

Saratoga shone brightly last Thursday night, October 17, as three benefits cast a spotlight on the stars, sponsors and angels who brighten the city with their generous support.

A red carpet on the corner of Church Street and Railroad Place led close to 600 headliners into the grand opening celebration for the new Bow Tie Cinema Theater.

Donned in award-winning attire, Sonny and Julie Bonacio welcomed friends to the recently completed project by Bonacio Construction.

Natalie Sillery, filming for Look-TV, posed probing paparazzi questions to arriving guests like Beth and Jasper Alexander, Susan and Jeff Halstead, Heather and Brian Straughter, Nancy and Gary DiCresce, Michele Riggi, Kristie and Tom Roohan, Gayle LaSalle, County Supervisor Joanne Yepsen, Eileen Guarino, Marlene and Mike Okby, Susana and Mike Hoffman and Tammy Loya.

Inside, Bow Tie’s signature popcorn provided the perfect complement to wine and beer from Saratoga Eagle. Additional refreshments were provided by local businesses, including Chianti Il Ristorante, Kim Klopstock’s The Lily and the Rose, Longfellow’s Restaurant, Maestro’s at the Van Dam, Mazzone Hospitality, Plum Dandy, Spot Coffee, Thirsty Owl and Village Pizzeria and Ristorante.

Hidden Gardens, Saratoga Trunk, Saratoga Casino and Raceway and Skidmore College enhanced the festivities as well.

Spotted in the packed house were Susan and Bill Dake, Mimi and John Carusone, Michele and Dieter Funiciello, Bob Allen, Terry Lee, Jim Dorsey, Nancy Ravena, Jason and Heather Ward, Tina Nigro, Laura Chodos, Maureen and Ed Lewi, Sabine and Mick Rodgers, Jackie and Seth Parker, Melissa and Kevin Hammond, Theresa Skaine, Stephanie Ferradino, Teddy Foster and Philip Morris.

Joe Masher, Bow Tie’s Chief Operating Officer, opened the evening’s brief program, thanking key underwriters and all gathered in the

lobby. He then introduced president and CEO Ben Moss, the fourth generation leader of Bow Tie’s familyrun business, who applauded Sonny Bonacio and his efforts to bring the theater to Saratoga.

Moss called attention to two other VIPs, the co-presidents of Bow Tie’s ‘Popcorn Quality Control Division’ and fifth generation of the Moss family, sons Harrison and Jack. The boys joined their dad to cut the ceremonial grand-opening ribbon before Sonny took the microphone and added his words of appreciation for the community’s enthusiasm and confidence.

A few short minutes later, the Moss and Bonacio families presented a check for $24,000 to Angelo Calbone, President and CEO of Saratoga Hospital, to support the new Community Health Center. The donation reflected 100 percent of the ticket proceeds from Bow Tie and an additional contribution from Sonny and Julie.

The premiere showing of “Enough Said” lured a number of the attendees to fresh, leather theater seats while several lingered to mingle in the sleek, glass-enclosed lobby. The Criterion Cinemas 11 team, led by general manager Ethan Ochis, catered to every need, accommodating party-goers long after the red carpet had been rolled up. (My special thanks to Mr. Ochis for the club soda that instantly appeared after an innocent passerby, jostled by the crowd, spilled red wine on my ivory dress. That was true star treatment, delivered with a smile and a bow tie!)

Despite nightfall, the sky glowed outside the cinema, just as it did further south on Broadway.

Above the National Museum of Dance, the light was a more heavenly kind, however, cast by the halos of sweet girls at the 18th annual “Touched by an Angel” celebration for Community Hospice of Saratoga.

Each April, 25 volunteers start planning this extraordinary event, one that takes three carefully executed days to set up. This year, chair Nancy Cain and her committee collaborated with Tony Panza, who served as “Culinary Coordinator” for the benefit that was dedicated

in loving memory of his parents, Andrew and Elsie Panza.

Close to 500 dined amid 20 dinner stations showcasing local dishes, specialties from The Brook Tavern, Mama Mia’s, Mexican Connection, Omelet King, Springwater Bed & Breakfast, Backstretch Barbecue, Ben & Jerry’s, Black Diamond Caterers, DZ Restaurants, Olde Bryan Inn, Chez Pierre, Duo, Saratoga Sweets, Saratoga’s Finest Cheeses and more.

Fortunes at Saratoga Casino and Raceway drew particular attention for their unique presentation of pan-seared ostrich with tarragon demi-glace on a potato pancake.

Enjoying the incredible cuisine were Patty Riggi with sisters Sandy Foley and Kathy Goodwin.

The trio arrived after their walk on the Bow Tie red carpet, as did John Witt, Cari Endres, Walt Adams and Deputy Mayor Shauna Sutton.

Kim Teator attended with her angelic daughter, Kendra, and Raul Martinez, director of the museum’s School of the Arts, danced from group to group, chatting with supporters. Others seen, in and out of Jeff Caron’s Saratoga Photobooth, were Lisa Pittman, Marcia McDonald, Allison and David Meyers, Linda and Lou Benton, Denise and John James, Gina and Don Scavone, Carol and Dave Godette, Gene and Audrey Atwell, Erin Smith, Robin Byrt and Jackie Gacek.

Exquisite floral décor had been donated by 12 area florists and assembled by Jim and Gretchen Squires at The Posie Peddler.

Longtime angel Bruce Solenski helped the couple with the monumental task. And they are just three of the selfless volunteers who pull off this fundraiser year after year.

More than 100 assist from start to finish: SUNY Cobleskill culinary students assist with planning and execution; Girl Scouts staff the coat check and pour donated Saratoga Water; Saratoga Springs High School students coordinate parking; members of the Skidmore College women’s field hockey team join students from the Waldorf School to pick up during the event and clean thoroughly afterward; and the

littlest angels greet guests and bid good night, with long-stemmed roses and gratitude.

Touched by an Angel is very similar to hospice itself: a team approach toward a shared mission.

Raising $130,000 is a remarkable goal to meet. Almost as remarkable as providing compassionate, endof-life care for patients and families in Saratoga County.

Speaking of noteworthy feats, the Saratoga community didn’t stop with two successful fundraisers last Thursday. Close to 120 fresh faces also enrolled in “Project Lift University” at Longfellow’s Restaurant, raising $35,000 for the Franklin Community Center program.

The fun, college-themed event attracted students, educators and sponsors like Lemery Greisler, DA Collins, Saratoga National, Fingerpaint, Verizon, Capital District Health Care Coalition, United Methodist Women’s Group, Times Union, First Niagara, Capital Fund of Saratoga County and Saratoga’s Community Federal Credit Union.

Attendees registered for classes at Spa City Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, a wine tasting tour of Italy, sailing on Lake George, cooking lessons at Healthy Living Market Learning Center and brew mastery with Davidson Brothers Brewery, among others. Perusing the syllabi were board president Brian Corcoran, Courtney Bissell, Betsy Boland, Ashley Terwilliger, E.J. Harkins, Kristen Mann, Bill Noonan, Aimee Taylor and Gary Dake.

Bids broke rules in the silent auction. Big winners were Dave and Stephanie Collins, who claimed a Hattie’s ‘Backyard BBQ.’ A weeklong vacation at Clay Brook at Sugarbush, and a live, missionbased auction featuring holiday assistance for local families also garnered significant response. Bidders included board vice president Karen D’Andrea with her husband, Faust, Ann Sullivan, Christopher Cook, Andrew Ferrara, Bob McTague, Cathy London, E.J. Harkins, Bill and Timoney Montgomery, Liz O’Brien and Jen Marcellus.

All just in a Saratoga Thursday…

Touched

By An Angel Celebration for Community Hospice of Saratoga

District Attorney Jim Murphy and Laurie Murphy

Judy Chase, Emma Wrobel, Therese Connolly, Deputy Mayor Shauna Sutton and Chris Mathesen

Eddie and Janice Hicks

Kelli Foley, Jennifer Falk and Jonny Aronson

Nancy and Meredith Fritch

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Bow Tie Cinemas

Sonny and Julie Bonacio present the proceeds to Angela Calbone, Saratoga Hospital President and CEO.

Ben Moss, Bow Tie CEO, cuts the grand-opening ribbon with his sons.

Tom and Kristie Roohan are interviewed by Natalie Sillery of Look-TV.

Beverly Benfer, Steve Ferarro, Dieter and Michele Funiciello, Heather Straughter

Jason Ward, Deedee Mitzen, Heather Ward and Tina Nigro

Cari Endres and John Witt

Project Lift University Maria and Lauren Rose Dailey.

Mary Grace Manz with Peter and Kristen Fitzgerald.

Cindy and Mike Munter, Bob Manz, John and Lisa Munter.

Greenfield Elementary School Principal Tina Davis, Kristen Sodher, Steve Eggleston and Kristy Moore, Geyser Road Elementary School Principal

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BUsiness

Week of October 25 – November 1, 2013

Saratoga Hospital Welcomes Office To Celebrate 40th Anniversary Dr. Richard Falivena

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Saratoga Hospital recently welcomed Richard Falivena, DO, MPH, vice president, chief medical and physician integration officer, to Saratoga Hospital and our community.

Prior to joining Saratoga Hospital, Falivena worked at Cape Regional Medical Center in Cape May Court House, New Jersey, where he

served as vice president of medical affairs and president of Cape Regional Physicians Associates. His medical career includes 15 years as a general surgeon on Long Island. For the last five of those years, Dr. Falivena served as Chairman of the Department of Surgery at Massapequa General Hospital. He also has served as Chief Medical Officer of Brunswick Medical Center in Amityville, New York.

Dr. Falivena has a bachelor’s degree from Alfred University in New York, a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine in Iowa, and a Master of Public Health in Healthcare Administration from the Mailman School of Public Health of Columbia University in New York. He is a fellow of the American College of Osteopathic Surgeons.

SCHUYLERVILLE — The Schuylerville Office of Glens Falls National Bank and Trust Company will celebrate its 40th anniversary with a Community Appreciation Day on Friday, November 1.

The event from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 73 Broad Street will include a bake sale and basket raffle featuring items donated by local businesses. Proceeds from both the raffle and bake sale will benefit the Schuylerville Area Food and Emergency Relief Group (SAFER).

In addition, there will be entertainment, lunch from Mac’s Diner, refreshments, games and giveaways. For more information call (518) 695-3224.

Glens Falls National Bank and Trust Company provides banking and financial services through 30 offices in Warren, Washington, Saratoga, Essex and Clinton counties.

Towne, Ryan & Partners, P.C. Granted WBE Certification SARATOGA SPRINGS – Towne, Ryan & Partners, P.C., has been granted certification as a Women Business Enterprise (WBE) by the New York State Department of Economic Development, making the firm the largest certified WBE law firm in Upstate New York as well as in 57 of 62 counties across New York State.

Claudia A. Ryan is the firm’s principal and firm president.

The law firm recently welcomed three new hires, associate attorneys Alexandra Glick-Kutscha and Christopher W. Rust and law clerk Said Ibrahim.

Glick-Kutscha will be resident in the firm’s Saratoga Springs office where she will focus primarily on real estate, family and

matrimonial and corporate/commercial matters. She received her J.D. from The University of Texas School of Law, where she served as editor-in-chief of Texas Journal of Women and the Law, and her B.A. from the University of Texas at Austin. Glick-Kutscha was admitted to practice in New York in 2011.

Rust will be resident in the firm’s Albany office, focusing his practice on litigation and personal injury matters. He received his J.D. from Pace University School of Law, and his B.A. from San Jose State University. Rust was admitted to practice in New York in 2009.

Ibrahim will be resident in the firm’s Albany office. He is currently a student at Albany Law

School of Union University, expecting to be a juris doctor candidate in May 2015.

Towne, Ryan & Partners, P.C. was established in 2009 and is certified as a WBE by New York and is one of the largest law firms in the state to hold this certification. A full-service law firm with six area offices located in the Spa City, Burnt Hills, Albany, Poughkeepsie, Schoharie and Bennington, Vermont.

Town, Ryan & Partners’ practice areas cover both transactional and litigation work across a broad range of legal fields including municipal law, representation of vehicle dealers, corporate and commercial law, insurance defense, real estate, employer defense, equine, racing and gaming law.

Full Circle Fitness Opens Excercise Boot-Camp SARATOGA SPRINGS — Full Circle Fitness–NY (FCFNY) recently opened their Saratoga Fitness Bootcamp.

The boot camp is an intense fitness program where members will experience a variety of challenging moves that will strengthen and tone their entire body.

“Classes will be designed for all fitness levels from beginner to competitive athlete,” said Laurie Pelletier, co-owner and certified personal trainer. “Whether they want to lose weight, reach a specific fitness goal, improve in their chosen sport or just want to be held accountable our programs will fit their needs.”

Indoor and outdoor classes will be held incorporating weights,

cardio and even some fun games.

“We will be offering our initial classes at 5:30 a.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, starting November 4, with plans to add additional classes in the near future,” said head trainer Dan Romand. “Our goal is to challenge our members but also make it fun and build a family.”

An Open House is planned for Saturday, November 2, starting at 8 a.m. Classes will be located at the Cutting Edge Martial Arts Studio, 175 Ballston Avenue, Saratoga Springs. Registration is open now.

For more information call (518) 955-6924, visit Full Circle FitnessNY on Facebook or visit their webpage at www.fcfny.com

Week of October 25 – November 1, 2013

Haunted Corn Maze Schuyler Farms, 1124 Route 29, Schuylerville Every Friday and Saturday evening at sunset, the corn maze turns into “A Field of Screams”. Come and experience why we are the “Stalk of the Town”. On the weekends take a hayride to pick your own pumpkins, pan for real fossils and gemstones, visit our rock shop, pet and feed our farm animals or get a bite at the cornfield café. Enjoy the view and snack on some fresh cider and cider donuts along the way.

For more information visit www. schuylerfarms.com Harvest Haunt at Liberty Ridge 29 Bevis Road, Schaghticoke, every Weekend night in October, 7 p.m.

Five haunted attractions—The Farmer’s Haunted House, The Forest of Fear, The Field of Screams, Fort HuntD and The Shady Rest. Psychic Sideshow is now appearing at the Harvest Haunt. Psychic Sideshow is a live experience that brings to you the thrill and excitement of the carnival midway. You will experience Sideshow Stunts, Carnival Cons, Magic of the Midway, Miracles of the Human Mind and so much more.

For more information visit www. hauntny.com or call (518) 664-1515.

Saratoga Scare Fair The Institute of Fear brings your fears and phobias to an 8,000 square-foot teen and adult haunted house located at the Saratoga County Fairgrounds, 162 Prospect Street starting on Friday, October 11 until Saturday, October 26, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Cost is $8. Go to Gate 5. For more information call (518) 796-5190.

Haunted Hayride Gavin Park, Wilton October 25 and 26; 5–10 p.m., 4–6 p.m. is for Little Screamers. Hayride

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is $5, family rates available. Each night there will be games in the gym, costume judging, bounce house and refreshments. All proceeds will benefit Operation Adopt A Soldier and Veterans. Sponsored by John Vincek and Ariel Farms and the Town of Wilton. For more information call (518) 306-7507 or (518) 729-9417 or visit www.operationadoptasoldier.org Ballston Spa Witch Walk On Friday, October 25 at 6:30 p.m. there will be hundreds of witches roaming the streets of Ballston Spa. All for a good cause of course! Proceeds from the Witch Walk will go to help homeless pets and spay and neuter programs in our area and senior dogs with health issues. Imagine walking down the street and seeing hundreds of ladies dressed up as their favorite witch.

There’s Glenda the Good witch, the wicked witch, pageant queen witch, football star witch—the possibilities are endless. Which Witch will you be?

The cost to join the pub-crawl and strut your witchy stuff is only $25 per person. This price includes appetizers and live music at the end of the walk, as well as your donation to the charity. The event starts at 6:30 p.m.

Husbands and boyfriends can meet all witches at the end of the walk— there is a $5 cover charge. Call or email Carol Lang at (518) 884-9352 or langbro2@gmail.com by October 25.

Halloween Party Greenwich Elks, NY Rte. 40 S. Bulson Rd., Greenwich, October 25, 8 p.m.–midnight. Greenwich Elks Auxiliary would like to invite you to attend. Music by Open Bar Band.

Prizes to be awarded. Free taxi 11 p.m.–1 a.m. within 10 miles. For more information call Donna (518) 692-2347.

12th Annual Fall Festival Downtown Saratoga Springs, Saturday, October 26, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Your kids will love the activities like the pumpkin roll, pumpkin decorating, face painting, cupcake decorating and trick-or-treating at local stores and restaurants.

There’s plenty of fun for the whole family, including traveling entertainers, a costume parade,

clowns and games. Take advantage of this opportunity to support the community and celebrate fall.

20th Annual Goblin Gallup Annual 5K Abraham Wing School, 120 Lawrence St., Glens Falls, Saturday, October 26 at 9 a.m.

Early registration is encouraged, as the first 200 entrants will receive a souvenir T-shirt. All proceeds will benefit Adirondack Runners and Friends of Nepal Village Improvement Fund. For more information or to register visit www. adirondackrunners.org Howl-O-Ween Costume Parade and Contest Downtown Saratoga Springs, Saturday, October 26, 9:45 a.m.

Join Sloppy Kisses for their eight annual canine costume parade and contest. Each dog participating in the event will receive a goodie bag. Cost is $5 to register. Proceeds from the event will benefit The Dog-Friendly Downtown Program. The deadline to register for the event is Thursday, October 24. For more information call (518) 587-2207.

RUNDEAD 5K Saratoga Spa State Park, Sunday, October 27 This race to support Special Olympics New York is not your average 5K. The trail through Saratoga State Park has chilling obstacles—ZOMBIES. Register today as a runner or a zombie. For more information visit www.specialolympicsny.org 5th Annual Pumpkin Smackdown The Great Escape, Queensbury, October 27, 1:30 p.m.

Bring along a perfectly great pumpkin for smashing. Take your best shot for a chance to win great prizes and receive discounted admission too.

Smashing will take place at the Alpine Bobsled. For more information call (518) 792-3500.

Halloween Parade & Customer Appreciation at Saratoga Farmers’ Market On Wednesday, October 30th at its last outdoors market session of the season at High Rock Park,

Local Peace Activist Makes Stance Against Drones SARATOGA SPRINGS — A Saratoga social faced possible jail time for protesting against the United States’ use of drones in the Middle East and the deaths they have caused.

As of Wednesday, peace activists Linda LeTendre was charged with disorderly conduct and could be sentenced to 15 days in jail although she committed no felonies or misdemeanors.

LeTendre, 57, said she went to Hancock Air Force Base in

Syracuse on February 13 (Ash Wednesday) to submit a war crimes indictment, but her and fellow protesters were not allowed to enter the base.

The topic of using the unmanned aerial vehicles in warfare has been brought up by human rights groups as illegal and immoral because of accidental civilian deaths.

When LeTendre and protesters were not permitted onto the base grounds, they held

photographs of children killed

by American drone strikes and prayed outside. When the protest group refused to move out of the base’s driveway, they were charged with disorderly conduct.

The arresting officer delivered the indictment to the base commander.

The group was later offered a plea bargain, which would let everyone off with no jail time, fines or court fees.

LeTendre refused.

Saratoga Farmers’ Market will hold a free children’s Halloween costume parade at 4:30 p.m. The parade will wind through the market’s pavilions with trick-or-treat stops at the farm vendors. For adults, the market will serve up something sweet as an end-of-season, customer appreciation treat. Beginning November 2, the market will be open at its new indoor location at the Lincoln Baths building, located at 65 South Broadway in Saratoga Spa State Park, where it will operate every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. through the end of April. More information visit www. saratogafarmersmarket.org.

Halloween Horror Make-up How To Saratoga Springs Public Library, Teen Room, October 31, 3–7 p.m.

Join us for our annual Teen Room Halloween tradition, where librarians, Trevor & Sarah will demonstrate some simple, but gory, makeup effects. Then, you can try your hand at making yourself monstrous and we are there to help out. Open to grades 6-12.

Halloween Treat Making Workshop Join the crew at Village Sweet Shoppe in Ballston Spa on Saturday, October 26 for a Halloween Treat Making Workshop! Guests will create several Halloween-themed treats to take home. The cost is $10 and guests under 8 will need a parent/guardian.

Space is limited so call to reserve (518) 461-2016.

Mall-O-Ween at Clifton Park Center Free Halloween Fun at Clifton Park Center Saturday, October 26 from 3-5 p.m.. Join the morning crew from B99.5 and enjoy a costume contest, pumpkin painting, magic shows and other entertainment taking place in the food court.

Wizard of Oz Family Party at Abigail’s Place On Sunday, October 27 come dressed as your favorite Wizard of Oz character and enjoy a costume contest, prizes, crafts, games and treats. The cost is just $5 per child.

Call to register today, (518) 885-6080.

Phish Fills Civic Center Seats GLENS FALLS — Phish performed to a sold-out Glens Falls Civic Center crowd, Wednesday night.

More than 7,500 tickets were bought for the band’s first appearance back at the Civic Center since 1994.

City leaders had been working on a plan to manage the traffic and the crowd, as the jam band brought the large crowd to the struggling venue.

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Upcoming Town Meetings Town of Ballston: Ballston Town Hall 323 Charlton Road (518) 885-8502 www.townofballstonny.org 11/27: Planning Board, 7:30 p.m.

Village of Ballston Spa: 66 Front Street (518) 885-5711 www.ballstonspany.org 10/28: Board of Trustees, 7:30 p.m.

Town of Greenfield: 7 Wilton Road (518) 893-7432 www.townofgreenfield.com 11/12: Planning Board, 7 p.m.

11/14: Planning Board, 7:30 p.m.

Town of Malta: 2540 Route 9 (518) 899-2818 www.malta-town.org 11/04: Town Board, 7 p.m.

Town of Milton: 503 Geyser Road (518) 885-9220 www.townofmiltonny.org 11/06: Town Board, 7 p.m.

11/13: Planning Board, 7 p.m.

City of Saratoga Springs: 474 Broadway (518) 587-3550 www.saratoga-springs.org 11/05: City Board, 7 p.m.

11/13: Planning Board, 7 p.m.

11/18: Zoning Board, 7 p.m.

Town of Saratoga: 12 Spring Street, Schuylerville (518) 695-3644 www.townofsaratoga.com 11/11: Town Board, 7 p.m.

11/27: Planning Board, 7:30 p.m.

Village of Schuylerville: 35 Spring Street (518) 695-3881 www.villageofschuylerville.org 11/13: Board of Trustees, 7 p.m.

11/19: Planning Board, 6:30 p.m.

Town of Stillwater: 881 N. Hudson Avenue Stillwater, NY 12170 (518) 664-6148 www.stillwaterny.org 10/28: Zoning Board, 7:30 p.m.

Town of Wilton: 22 Traver Road (518) 587-1939 www.townofwilton.com 11/07: Town Board, 7 p.m.

11/20: Planning Board, 6:30 p.m.

Saratoga County Board of Supervisors: 40 McMaster St, #1 Ballston Spa, NY 12020 (518) 885-2240 www.saratogacountyny.gov

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NEWS

Week of October 25 – November 1, 2013

Candidates for Saratoga Springs Commissioners Square Off

by Arthur Gonick Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA SPRINGS — The first of two League of Women Voters (LWV) sponsored candidate forums at the Saratoga Springs High School Auditorium took place on Tuesday, October 22.

While the candidates articulated policy differences, the proceedings were notable for their civility and lack of rancor. This was due in large part to the firm oversight of the debate by LWV’s Barbara Thomas, who did make both the candidates and audience members adhere to strict time limits. This is notable in contrast to previous year’s candidate forums about city elections.

After a brief introduction of the ground rules by Thomas, unopposed finance commissioner candidate Michele Madigan (D, I, WF) took the podium for a statement about her accomplishments in office and vision for her next term.

This was followed by the candidates for commissioner of public works, in which incumbent Anthony “Skip” Scirocco (R,C) and challenger William J. McTygue (D, I, WF) sat side-by-side.

McTygue took issue with Scirocco’s record, citing in particular a deal to sell water to Wilton without full council approval and called for a total citywide evaluation of water resources, saying that

“there is no long range water quality plan”.

Scirocco noted his accomplishments in office citing a “reversal of a generation of infrastructure neglect.”

Interestingly, these were the only candidates of the evening who were asked about Proposition 1— the pending statewide casino proposition. Both were generally in agreement that they were personally opposed to casinos, but noting if it passed the city would have to be ready for changes regardless of whether Saratoga Springs was designated as a casino site or not.

The candidates for commissioner of public safety easily had the most points of policy difference of the evening.

In his opening statement, challenger Richard C. Wirth (R, I, C) characterized the administration of incumbent Christian E. Mathiesen (D, WF) as “too Caroline Street focused while there is an uptick in crime citywide” and an atmosphere of “blame the victim” prevailed. Mathiesen responded vigorously, listing many accomplishments during his administration, both as leader of his department and on initiatives that were citywide in nature.

The candidates differed sharply on their plans for improving the fire/ emergency response times on the city’s eastern plateau, as well as the need for an independent review of the recent police incident regarding Darryl Mount, Jr.

Candidates for Commissioner of Public Works. Left to right are Anthony “Skip” Scirocco and William J. McTygue. Photo by MarkBolles.com

The differences between candidates for commissioner were less pronounced. Incumbent John P. Franck (D,I,WF), who is running for his fifth term, cited his “core four” platform as the guiding principles that characterized how he has and would run his office.

Challenger John P. Arpei (R, C) did not directly challenge Franck on anything specific, but did say he was an advocate for more civility

and cooperation in the conduct of city government.

Indeed, the accounts commissioner candidates agreed totally on two major issues. Both felt that a citywide reassessment was unnecessary and too costly, and that the current assessment level for condominiums (about 30 percent of assessed value) was too low. Franck cited his initiative in going to Saratoga County to try

and develop a political coalition to change this formula. Arpei stated that the formula was imposed by downstate interests, where condos are more prevalent and therefore would be very unlikely to change.

Note: Due to press times, a recap of the second LWV debate, covering the mayor and county supervisor races, will be posted online Friday. Visit www.saratogatodayonline.com.

Showcase of Homes Donates to Charities SARATOGA SPRINGS – There’s going to be a lot of rebuilding going on. The Saratoga Builders Association presented the proceeds from the 2013 Showcase of Homes to Rebuilding Together Saratoga County and Habitat for Humanity of Northern Saratoga, Warren and Washington Counties totaling $63,000.

The 2013 edition of the Saratoga Showcase of Homes featured 10 award-winning builders presenting 14 homes and over 3,000 people purchased tickets to tour the homes over three weekends. The builder’s artistry along with the many talented designers who helped showcase their fine work gave the community an opportunity to preview current trends in building, landscaping, decorating and interior design.

The 2013 Saratoga Showcase

Representing The Saratoga Builders Association, Habitat for Humanities, Adirondack Trust, Showcase of Homes and Rebuilding, Barry Potoker, Tammy DiCara, Steve Von Schenk, Lisa Liacata-Stoll, Jesse Boucher and Michelle Larkin. Photo by Deborah Neary.

of Homes “People’s Choice” award winners were also announced—Belmonte Builders for Classic Home category, Bella Home Builders (Liz Ann Drive) for Executive Home category and

Witt Construction (Old Stone Ridge) for Luxury Home category. In a new “People’s Choice” category this year for the best Showcase Chef, Zest was the winner.

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VOTERS GUIDE

Week of October 25 – November 1, 2013

Voter’s Guide-County Sheriff Races (Source: LWVSaratoga.org)

Candidates running for Sheriff answered the following questions:

Q1: What is your motivation for running for this office? What special skills, knowledge, experience or training do you bring to this position?

Q2: What are the two most critical issues facing your office? How do you propose to deal with them?

Q3: What do you want to achieve during your term?

Saratoga County

A1: To improve the quality of public safety for the citizens of Saratoga County. I bring 30 years of police experience in respect to dealing with issues affecting the public.

A2: One of the issues that I see is a rise in the use of narcotics. I propose an expansion in the drug unit and increased collaboration with other law enforcement agencies. Secondly, I feel there is a lack in overall training of the officers. Providing officers with updated training will improve the quality of policing within the county.

Phillip A. Lindsey A3: In my term, I would like to (DEM, CON) bring in revenue by taking in boarders into the jail. Also, use Police Officer part time transport officers to bring inmates to court, hospital, etc. By using the part-time officers, it will increase the amount of road officers and improve the response time for calls. I would also like to have a work release program for first time offenders. By doing this it will free up jail space and save money.

Note: Due to an editorial error, the answers for the candidates for Saratoga County Sheriff were accidently reversed. We regret the error, and have reprinted this properly this week.

A1: To keep our communities a safe place to live, work and raise a family. I will bring more than 30 years of law-enforcement experience to the Saratoga County Sheriff ’s Office where I worked as a patrol officer, sergeant, investigator, lieutenant, and senior criminal investigator. I have also served as judge giving me the unique experience of serving the people from multiple perspectives.

A2: Community and Technological advancements within our Sheriff ’s Office are two issues that I will focus on as Sheriff. I will focus on having more of a presence in our neighborhoods and form a ‘Saratoga County Teen Safety Advisory Committee’ that will meet regularly within our schools to discuss issues affecting Michael H. Zurlo youth throughout Saratoga County. I will also implement the use of social media and a new (REP, IND) department website to disseminate information Experienced Law to help keep the public informed and safe.

Enforcement Professional A3: To continue to keep Saratoga County a safe place to live and do business. We can achieve this through strengthening our relationships with local police agencies, joint training and technological advancements that will assist in keeping the general public aware of public safety issues in our communities.

Voter’s Guide-County Town Council Races (Source: LWVSaratoga.org)

Candidates running for Town Council answered the following questions:

Q1: What is your motivation for running for this office ? What special skills, knowledge, experience or training do you bring to this position?

Q2: What are the two most pressing issues facing your town today? How would you propose to address them during your term of office?

Q3: How will you reach out to your community to assure broad based community support?

Wilton

Joanne A. Klepetar (DEM,) Housewife & Mother

(Vote for Two)

A1: My motivation for running for Wilton is frustration with the present Board’s refusal to listen to the residents whom they represent and with the direction in which or Town is heading I have no special skills, knowledge or training for this position other than the desire to make our Town a better place in which to live. I believe that just from experiencing life I am qualified to do a better job to serve the people than our current Board. I have no hidden agenda; I will listen to the people.

A2: I feel that Wilton needs to look at the rapid development and traffic in our Town. A review of our current Master Plan is in order; the Plan is 10 years old and loopholes need closing.Fiscal responsibility. I think that we need to look closely at where we are spending money in the Town and make sure that it is being spent in the right places. Over he past 2 years we should have saved $ on salt because the winters are milder. Where has that $ gone.

I’m practical & thrifty in my own life so...

A3:This is an excellent question. I think that community is very important and that is lacking in Wilton. If people feel more important & connected as members of our community they will become more involved. I’d have a master e-mail list so I could communicate to them what is going on, hold monthly Town meetings at a Wilton location where all Board members take turns and bring back more “home town” activities to get to know one another. Locally owned businesses & Cafes’ could help with this as well.

John D. McEachron (REP) Auto Mechanic/Tech

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Voter’s Guide-County Mayor Races

(Source: LWVSaratoga.org)

Candidates running for Mayor answered the following questions:

Q1: What is your motivation for running for this office? What special skills, knowledge, experience or training do you bring to this position?

Q2: If there is a controversial issue coming before the council, describe your decision making process. How would you involve members of the public to ensure widespread input from the community at large?

Q3: What measures do you want to achieve during your term?

Q4: With Saratoga Springs facing significant development pressures, what is your belief about the city’s defining character? How do you think we should manage development issues in the future such as traffic congestion, City in the Country philosophy, gambling and other issues?

Saratoga Springs

A1: I’ve been fortunate to serve as deputy mayor of our award winning city for the past 6 years. I am committed to continuing the successes we’ve created during the last 6 years, fighting to keep your taxes low and keeping Saratoga Springs a great place to live.

Being deputy mayor provides me the skills and knowledge to lead the city. I have managed multiple City Hall departments, handled budget issues and provided leadership to complete key projects (like the Rec Center).

A2: Our unique government structure facilitates effective communication with our informed Shauna M Sutton and engaged public. As your (REP, CON) mayor, I will be honest and straight-forward. I will always be Deputy Mayor of Saratoga Springs responsive to residents’ opinions and concerns and act as their representative. We will use the vehicles available to us – special meetings, our strong local press and social media – to engage the public and encourage discussion about important city decisions.

A3: Scott Johnson and I have fought to keep your taxes low. As your mayor, I will continue to spend every dollar responsibly, lead by example and identify new opportunities that take the burden off of our citizens. I will support our historic community, including our world-class Race Course, and enhance our environmental resources with green initiatives.

A4: Ultimately, our city’s character is defined by its people. Saratoga Springs has always been a city in the country whose citizens enjoy a vibrant downtown, as well as significant green spaces, history and a great quality of life. My philosophy on managing development is simple – smart economic growth. Use public/private partnerships with the business community to add jobs and revenue to keep our taxes low.

A1: I am a mother of three children, a small business owner, and a four term Supervisor for Saratoga Springs. Through my business I work to advance start ups and non-profits through strategic planning, board development, public relations and fundraising. During my four terms as Supervisor I have worked to shine a light on county business, secure funding for Guardian House for Homeless Women Veterans, founded Sustainable Saratoga, and brought $600,000 back to our community through “Grants to You”.

A2: As Supervisor, every time an issue has faced our City or County, one of my greatest strengths has been bringing together from varied backgrounds to determine the best path forward. As Mayor I will continue this practice, holding public hearings, and reinstating the comment period during City Council meetings. My door will be open, the barricades in City Hall will come down, and I will be a Mayor of the people.

A3: 1. Improve Constituent Services 2.

Hold the line on taxes by increasing the efficiencies within City Hall, diligently pursue grant funds, seek projects to increase the tax base, and conduct long range fiscal planning 3. Balance well-thought out development and preserve our quality of life 4. Build our economic development and job opportunities by creating an entrepreneurial hub, supporting small business, and tourism 5. Bi-partisan and collaborative approach to governing for better results A4: As both a small business owner and a founder of Sustainable Saratoga, I have a great appreciation for the competing pressures facing the City of Saratoga Springs. But sustainability and development aren’t mutually exclusive. As Mayor of Saratoga Springs, I will work to bring together both constituencies and weave together development and sustainability for the best of both worlds for our growing and changing city in the country.

(Wilton Continued)

A1: The residents and their families. Since the day they took office, Bob Rice and Pulsifer set out to change Wilton.

That change has not been in the best interest of our Town.

As a lifelong resident I can clearly see that our community needs a Town Board that: 1) will put the best interest of the Community first - Every time. 2) Listen to and actually hear residents concerns. 3) Follow the Comprehensive Plan as the guide for future growth, as residents intended.

A2: Wilton needs smart, stable growth with sensible investments to ensure our long-term stability, the safety of our roads and continued expansion of community amenities. This can be accomplished while maintaining the No Town Tax system that has existed for decades. Transparency and inclusion of the voices of the Community has been sadly lacking and needs to become the standard.

A3: I will listen to the concerns of every member of the community. I support improvement to the Town website to stream all recorded meetings. In addition, on large issues, like the Zoning and Ethics Laws changed and passed; public input, via survey, active public exposure and if necessary, public vote should be utilized.

Joanne D Yepsen (DEM, WF, IND) Small Business Owner: Nonprofit Strategic Planning

Robert K Rice (REP, CON) Forester

A1: I have served Wilton residents for many years through my volunteer efforts with Wilton Rotary, Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park, Wilton/Saratoga Springs YMCA and, four years ago, successfully entered the political arena as Town Councilman. I believe we have a great success story here in Wilton, a story built on small government and the efforts and talents of Wilton’s residents, and I want to continue working for our residents to keep it going.

A2: Unlike many municipalities, Wilton is in excellent fiscal shape. Striking the balance between discretionary spending and saving for a potential economic turndown remains a challenge. With the amount of our fund balance approaching our annual budget, there are many suggestions as to how the Town should utilize those funds. We’ve followed a traditionally conservative approach since @ 75% of our revenue is sales tax generated. An economic turndown could reverse recent trends and force the Town to dip into its reserves. In addition, we have a largely unutilized Industrial area at Exit 16 that has the potential to attract solid businesses and the jobs our residents and their families need A3: There are many channels of communication available, direct at our monthly meetings, via the Town’s website, and through our many not for profits. Town Board members are accessible through the Town’s website, or personal e-mail. I’ve worked to make myself available to all our residents, and have had lengthy phone conversations and e-mail exchanges to discuss issues of interest to them. Our Town meetings are broadcast on a Public access channel through Time Warner for residents unable to attend the monthly meetings.

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EDUCATION

Week of October 25 – November 1, 2013

21st Century Academy

by Andrea Barry Special to Saratoga TODAY

SARATOGA SPRINGS — The 21st Century Academy, an interdisciplinary program offered at Saratoga Springs High School, is looking to expand its program to more of the high school’s students.

The unique program, “21st,” is offered to juniors and seniors while allowing them to take their four core classes all in one. Learning through a project-based learning style, students often pair up or get into groups to complete the assignment at hand.

The 21st Century Academy is held during the first two blocks of the student’s school day. During that time, the student is taught math, science, social studies and English.

Occasionally, time will be set aside for an individual subject, but it is usually all interconnected into one.

“We might be doing a project for science, but at the same time incorporate a lesson for English into it,”

said Leanne Donelan, social studies teacher of the 21st Century Academy program.

Each day, it is the same group of students who gather and are taught by the same four teachers. Donelan says this is highly beneficial for the program, as it allows for relationships to become enhanced. Whether it’s teacher-to-student or student-to-student, Donelan said being surrounded by the same faces as often as they are allows for a closeness that may not be possible in normal block scheduling.

“We’re a little family,” emphasized Donelan.

The projects assigned generally are big and time consuming, but the students are well aware of what needs to be done in order to meet a deadline.

“It is either really hard or manageable,” Donelan said. “We give them a lot of work time—it is up to the student to be self-disciplined.”

Given that a majority of the courses’ work is done together; the ability to cooperate, work in a group and

Clean Tech Early College High School Student Receives Innovator Award

TROY—The HudsonMohawk Section of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers, in conjunction with the New York Solar Energy Society, awarded Clean Tech ECHS student Brian Pfeil the 2013 “Dr. Nancy DeLoye Fitzroy Energy Innovator” award.

This award is presented to an outstanding high school senior from the Hudson-Mohawk Section geographic region who has demonstrated academic excellence in STEM-related subjects and who plans to continue his/her studies after high school in an energy-related field.

Brian, a senior from Burnt Hills High School, attends the Clean Technologies & Sustainable Industries Early College High School at Hudson Valley Community College’s TEC-SMART in Malta. Brian was recommended for the award

by his Photovoltaics Theory and Design college instructor as well as by faculty of the Clean Technologies & Sustainable Industries ECHS. Brian’s junior year capstone project focused on a system designed to capture energy from vehicular traffic.

ASME, initially established as the American Society of Mechanical Engineers, is a world-wide, nonprofit, professional organization with the mission to serve diverse global communities by advancing, disseminating and applying engineering knowledge for improving the quality of life, and communicating the excitement of engineering. The Hudson-Mohawk Section serves the upstate New York region and includes Albany, Schenectady, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Clinton, Essex, Warren, Washington, Schoharie, Delaware, Montgomery and Fulton counties.

manage time are all also considered to be important outtakes of the program.

“We want our students to be ready for the real world,” Donelan said.

Leaving 21st Century, the goal is for the students to be walking out with “skills that are practical,” she continued.

While 21st is still somewhat new, its goal is to expand and be offered to all grades in the high school. Hoping to become an even bigger “school within the school,” the program has intentions of campaigning the program again to its students like it has done in previous years.

Donelan said her least favorite thing about “21st,” are the misconceptions about the program. Considering tests and quizzes are rarely given, it may be conceived as too easy, or that it doesn’t look good for college, but Donelan emphasized that is not the case.

“It actually looks really good for college,” Donelan said. “Colleges are looking for anything that is different.”

Teacher Leanne Donelan is pictured with some of her students. Photo by MarkBolles.com

What’s Happening In School This Week?

October 25

October 29

Saratoga Springs City School District Saratoga Springs City School District Lake: Gr. 4 Beginning Orchestra Demo, 6 p.m.

Ballston Spa Central School District Division: PTA Family Fall Festival, 6-9 p.m.; None Book Fair Family Night, 4-7 p.m.

Schuylerville School District Geyser: Fun Fair, 5:30-7:30 p.m.

None Lake: PTA Halloween Fun Fair/Family Night Book Fair October 30 Ballston Spa Central School District Saratoga Springs City School District GC Student Photos Caroline: Book Fair, Family Night Schuylerville School District Geyser: Band Demo, 6 p.m.

High School FBLA Blood Drive Greenfield: Pizza Night, 5 p.m.

Senior portfolios due to Student Services Ballston Spa Central School District Green Ribbon School Waste-Free Lunch None Day Challenge activities Schuylerville School District None

October 28

Saratoga Springs City School District October 31 Division: Gr. 4 Strings Demo, 5 p.m.; Gr.5 Band Saratoga Springs City School District Demo, 6 p.m.

Division: Halloween Parade Geyser: Orchestra Demo, 6 p.m.

Ballston Spa Central School District Ballston Spa Central School District None None Schuylerville School District Schuylerville School District None Middle School Book Fair, MS Upstairs Hallway

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Locally Owned

Week of October 25 – November 1, 2013

Week of October 25 – November 1, 2013

Locally Owned

Buying Local: A Conscientious Effort and Commitment to Community

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Dreamsleep Mattress Outlet

Locally owned

Week of October 25 – November 1, 2013

Fashion Floors

Owners: Stephen Smith/Wayne Cherry Years in business: 11 Phone number: 587-5310 Website: DreamsleepMattress.com

Owners: Paul & Jackie Mound Years in business: 25 years Phone number: 583-1423 Website: fashionfloorssaratoga.com

We carry quality brand bedding and accessories providing great value and selection to give you the perfect night’s sleep, all at outlet prices!

Fashion Floors has been proudly serving the greater Saratoga region since 1988. Please visit us for professional advice, friendly service and quality craftsmanship TODAY and take advantage of these specials!

Week of October 25 – November 1, 2013

Cudney’s Cleaners

Locally Owned

Owners: Lyn & Dan Whaley Years in business: 61 Phone number: 584-8480 Website: www.cudneys.com

Saratoga’s Eco-Friendly Dry Cleaner! We are proud to offer high quality, environmentally friendly dry cleaning services as well as laundry, alterations, leathers, suedes, household items and wedding gowns. Having served Saratoga for the past sixty-one years, we have built the business by giving back to the community that has supported us.We gladly support many local charities and non-profits because Cudney’s Cares.We look forward to another sixty-one years in this great community.

Park Side Eatery

Owners: Michael & Heidi Hoyt Years in business: 3 months, 13 years (Black Diamond Caterers) Phone number: 907-4337 Website: www.parksideeatery.com

Saratoga’s Local Neighborhood Eatery comprised of a New York Style Deli, a BBQ joint, a Bakery, and two Catering operations. Located on restaurant row at 42 Phila Street behind Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream.

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Avatar Fitness

Locally Owned

Week of October 25 – November 1, 2013

Allerdice Building Supply

Owners: Wally and Sue Allerdice, Wally Allerdice III, and

William Allerdice

Owner: Lenore Norris Years in business: 28 (16 in Saratoga) Phone number: 894-0591 Website: www.avatarfitnesssaratoga.com

years in business: 31 Phone number: 584-5533 Website: Allerdice.com

We are a private Sports and Fitness training studio where an individual will experience an innovative concept in training. Programs are custom designed for one’s sport, lifestyle and goals. Proven results that will empower your soul. Flexible scheduling, by appointment only.

Visit our website for more information.

Allerdice Building Supply has been serving Saratoga County homeowners for more than 30 years. As a trusted name in home improvement, Allerdice offers the products and services you need for your project as well as a knowledgeable staff to answer any questions you may have.

Week of October 25 – November 1, 2013

American Transmission

Locally Owned

Owners: Jim Paddock Years in business: 15 Phone number: 584-5656

We are your complete One-Stop service center. We specialize in remanufacturing transmissions for all makes and models, foreign or domestic.

Wilton Floorcovering

Owner: Richard Amo Years in business: 27 Phone number: 584-4146

Wilton Floor Covering, Inc. has been a proud member of the community for over 27 years. We provide quality flooring products, combined with friendly, helpful assistance in choosing the right product for your home or business.

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Crafters Gallery

Locally Owned

Week of October 25 – November 1, 2013

Legends Café

Owner: Roger Goldsmith Years in business: 20 Phone number: 583-2435 Website: www.craftersgallerysaratoga.com

Owners: Christine Lloyd Years in business: 10 Phone number: 583-3411 Website: www.legendscafesaratoga.com

Crafters Gallery has been providing great art, great gifts and great framing to the Saratoga region for 20 years. There are currently over 1,000 pieces of art in our store. **We will be hosting our Rubber Band Gun Shootout during Downtown Saratoga’s 12th Annual Fall Fest on October 26th!**

HERE LEGENDS ARE MADE. Legends offers over 50 hot and cold sandwiches and salads... PLUS homemade soups, paninis and burgers. Eat in, carry out or free delivery!

Catering available. Off street parking, plenty of seating, patio.

Week of October 25 – November 1, 2013

Tips in Toga

Locally Owned

Owners: Tracey Sawka Years in business: 19 Phone number: 581-8477 Website: www.tipsintoga.com

Tips in Toga is in the heart of downtown Saratoga Springs.

This shoppe comes with 19 years of experience, backed by a commitment to deliver a healthy service that is environmentally safe and free from: Artifical nail drills, harmful caustic chemicals, and air born dusts. We are New York State Licensed Professionals who are dedicated to cultivating happy healthy nails. We care about you and your nails and will give you our best evaluation concerning any nail diseases/disorders.

Stockade Imports

Owner: Deborah Barthold Years in business: 30 Phone number: 583-2044 Website: www.stockadeorientalrugs.com

In business since 1983, Stockade Imports is a full service design oriented store. We sell handmade area rugs and draperies made of the greenest raw materials we can find.

Our in store decorators will come to your house, measure and find carpets and curtains that fit your lifestyle and budget. Our services include rug cleaning, expert repair and appraisals. From floors to windows we’ve got you covered!

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Saratoga TODAY Newspaper

LOcally Owned

Week of October 25 – November 1, 2013

Spa City Jiu-Jitsu

Owners: Chad Beatty Years in business: 7 Phone number: 581-2480 Website: SaratogaTODAYnewspaper.com

Owners: Ed Fyvie Years in business: 7 Phone number: 588-3134 Website: spacitybjj.com

We are a locally-owned and operated Media Company located in the heart of Saratoga Springs. Originally launched in 2006 to publish a grass roots local newspaper, we now also produce a variety of well known high-quality lifestyle publications for niche markets. Our original product, Saratoga TODAY Newspaper, is the community’s weekly source of local news and information. Saratoga TODAY Newspaper is available at various locations throughout town and every Stewart’s Shop from Exit 10 to Exit 16.

Spa City Jiu-Jitsu is the premiere self defense and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu school in Upstate NY! We offer the most REALISTIC and PROVEN form of self defense. Head instructor Eddie Fyvie is one of the most experienced practitioners, competitors and instructors on the entire east coast. At Spa City Jiu-Jitsu we pride ourselves in training safely while maintaining Jiu-Jitsu’s realism!

It is perfect for Men, Women, and Children.

Come in and change your life today!

Week of October 25 – November 1, 2013

The Saratoga Winery

Locally Owned

Owners: Rich & Tara Nimmo Years in business: 4 Phone number: 584-WINE (9463) Website: www.thesaratogawinery.com

Established with a vision and grown with passion. The Saratoga Winery is truly a labor of love. Owners Rich & Tara Nimmo, with their two sons, Tyler & Sam, invite you to come relax & enjoy your experience in the elegant rustic atmosphere. The knowledgeable staff will guide you to discover your new favorite wine, and with every sip you can taste the handcrafted quality. Come join us for a Friday night, and you’ll be planning to come back for the next one.

Hat sationa!

Owner: Joyce A Locks Years in business: 3 1/2 Phone number: 587-1022 Website: www.hatsational.com

As a leading provider of Hats we take pride in offering the best line of exclusive hat designs and accessories. We are dedicated to serving the needs of our customers each and every day. Joyce A Locks, a 25 year local resident with a 13 year interior design background. Come in today and browse our selections! Our accessories also make perfect gifts for that special someone.

Call Joyce to create a “One of a Kind” hat for you.

518.587.1022

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Horseshoe Inn Bar & Grill

Owners: David & Jason Krogmann, Paul Bricoccoli & Scott Endieveri Years in business: 8 Phone number: 587-4909 Website: www.thehorseshoeinn.com

The Horseshoe is a track side establishment known for big crowds and live music during the racing season which transforms into a quaint local spot specializing in BBQ, Italian & American fare, tasty breakfasts, and great specials.There is live music every Thursday with Jeff Walton and plenty of TV’s for all the games – including the NFL Sunday Ticket.

Week of October 25 – November 1, 2013

The Vault

Owner: Dennis Nye Years in business: 27 Phone number: 583-3479 Website: thevaultsaratogasprings.com

The Vault- A nationally competitive buyer and seller of coins, collections and gold and silver. Located just off Broadway in Saratoga Springs, NY, we carry a huge selection of coins and collectible sports cards. More than just coin dealers, we are gold buyers too! We buy and sell estate jewelry and collectibles. We also buy and sell diamonds, watches, paper money & fine jewelry. Huge selection of estate jewelry, vintage jewelry, coins & collections, gold, silver, diamonds, antiques, stamps, sports cards & memorabilia.

Week of October 25 – November 1, 2013

Celtic Treasures

locally owned

Saratoga Gelato

Owners: Paul & Antoinette O’Donnell Years in business: 21 Phone number: 583-9452 Website: Celtictreasures.com

Owner: Eugene Bizzarro Years in business: 10 years Phone number: 691-6000 Website: Saratogagelato.com

Celtic Treasures Irish gift shop is one of the largest importers of Irish Gifts in Upstate New York. Owners Paul & Antoinette O’Donnell work directly with Irish gift distributors to bring the largest selection of unique and hard-to-find Irish gifts to their store and website. Celtic Treasures staff believes that whether shopping for Irish Gifts in-person or on-line, customer satisfaction is their number one priority.

Saratoga Gelato offers a true European espresso bar, which is famous for serving the distinct authentic espresso and cappuccino that you would find in beautiful Italy. Saratoga Gelato’s menu features Italian style Ice cream/Gelato made on the premises from our family recipes. Unlike the typical American gelato shops found in the states, our gelato is made from scratch. We use imported Italian flavors and all natural, organic, fresh and if possible, local ingredients.

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The Local Pub & Teahouse

Owner: Johnathan Haynes Years in business: 6 Phone number: 587-7256 Website: www.thelocalpubandteahouse.com

With dart boards, a reclaimed-timber bar, a stone fireplace and a large outdoor Pub Garden to relax and enjoy your spirits in a “Local” Adirondack chair; the Local Pub and Teahouse is truly unique neighborhood pub. Stop in and enjoy live music, weekend brunch, and the best fish n’ chips in town. Our chef takes great pride in exceptional preparation of classic pub style food, daily specials and a fresh made soup or chili every day. Whether you’re looking for a beer and a burger or some tea and a salad, you will be able to enjoy yourself without emptying your wallet, with meals ranging from $6 to $15.

Week of October 25 – November 1, 2013

Green Conscience Home

Owner: Karen Totino Years in business: 5 Phone number: 306-5196 Website: www.green-conscience.com

Green Conscience is a one-stop shop for green home improvement. We provide inspiration, education and products to people who are interested in creating healthy and beautiful spaces. We carry a variety of flooring, wall finishes, counter tops and bed/bedding made from natural and sustainable sources.

Week of October 25 – November 1, 2013

Saratoga Zymurgist

locally owned

Eddy’s Beverage Inc. EBI

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Owners: Reed and Mary Antis Years in business: 3 Phone number: 580-9785 Website: www.saratogaz.com

Saratoga Zymurgist is upstate New York’s full service homebrewing and winemaking shop. Operated by award-winning brewer and fermentation expert, Reed Antis, and his wife, Mary, in Saratoga Springs, NY. At Saratoga Zymurgist we have supplies, equipment, and the knowledge to assist you making any libation that needs to be fermented, whether it is your first time or another batch from a well-used recipe.

Holiday shopping will be much easier for the new and old customer in our newly expanded store. Convenient parking is available, just “do not fear the fence”.

Owners: Mark and Cathy Eddy Years in business: 21 Phone number: 583-0434 Website: www.EBISaratoga.com

EBI is your local source for those hard to find libations.

We specialize in a wide array of microbrews, imports and domestic beer as well as hard ciders. Knowledgable staff, courteous service and speedy check out are always here for you. Plenty of parking and easy to find. Check us out!!!

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Dehn’s Flowers

locally owned

Week of October 25 – November 1, 2013

Impressions

Owners: Dude Dehn & John Mishoe Years in business: 121 Phone number: 584-1880 / 885-6222 Website: www.dehnsflowersandgifts.com

Owners: Mare, Dave & Maddy Years in business: 35 Phone number: 587-0666 Website: www.impressionssaratoga.com

Dehn’s Flowers offers two locations in Saratoga and Milton to better serve you. Only the finest flowers and plants prove that we have been doing it right for over 120 years!

Established in 1978, Impressions of Saratoga strives to offer a unique collection of products at affordable prices.

Impressions offers their customers an eclectic mix of the traditional blended with the unexpected! Souvenirs, collectables, locally made gourmet food products, authors and artists, jewelry, cards, gifts ... are showcased in this historic location. Gift baskets, free gift wrapping, shipping and many other services available. Old fashioned, friendly customer service offered year round.

Week of October 25 – November 1, 2013

Saratoga Kyokushin Karate

locally owned

Saratoga Springs Plastic Surgery, PC

Owner: James Bruchac Years in business: 3 Website: saratogaiku.com

Located just 3 miles from downtown Saratoga Springs, we offer martial arts programs in Kyokushin Karate and Kickboxing. All classes are taught by certified instructors dedicated to giving you the best training experience possible.

We are located at the Ndakinna Education Center surrounded by a pristine, 80 acre wilderness preserve which acts as the perfect backdrop for serious training with undisturbed focus.

Our indoor facilities include two seperate, discipline specific, training areas, all new padded walls, grappling mats, striking gear, brand new showers and a pro-shop stocked with all your training needs. Not only does Saratoga Kyokushin offer the best in martial arts, we also have a special focus on practical self-defense for real-world-situations and overall health of the mind, body and spirit.

Owner: Steven Yarinsky M.D., F.A.C.S. Years in business: 25 Phone number: 583-4019 Website: www.yarinsky.com

Board-certified plastic surgeon Steven Yarinsky, MD has over 25 years of experience as medical director of Saratoga Springs Plastic Surgery, your center for excellence in cosmetic surgery and Medispa services. We welcome you to our friendly and comfortable office for a personalized consultation to enhance your body, breast & face.

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Saratoga Salsa & Spice Company

locally owned

Owners: John & Sherry Knotek Years in business: 9+ Phone number: 580-0792 Website: saratogasalsaandspice.com

A specialty store with a “Little Bit of Attitude”! Offering the finest Salsas, Spices, Hot Sauces, BBQ’s & more. Check out our newly expanded bulk spices, chilies, and sea salt selection. Be sure to come in and “Get Sauced” at our sample bar where you can try a variety of our own salsas, and hot sauces, along with other amazing Saratoga and New York State products.

Week of October 25 – November 1, 2013

Next Summer

Owners: Kathryn and Matthew Slaughter Years in business: 6 years in Bolton Landing,

2 years in Saratoga Springs Phone number: 682-3444 Website: www.suppliesforagoodlife.com We chose the name, “next summer” because it’s optimistic and forward looking. The same is often said of our merchandise. Not the everyday item, but unique housewares that always fulfill the promise of “supplies for a good life”. Bright colors, high quality, and ultimate function all lead to our rule of “good design at a good price” We’ve enjoyed over six great years in Bolton, and we’re thrilled to have formed a strong relationship with Saratoga.

Week of October 25 – November 1, 2013

Compliments To The Chef

locally owned

Vaughn Vision

Owners: John and Paula Reardon Years in business: 12 Phone number: 226-4477 Website: Saratogachef.com

Owner: Chad Vaughn O.D. Years in business: 3 Phone number: 306-5290 Website: VaughnVision.com

Compliments to the Chef is a unique kitchen supply and cutlery store which carries leading brand names such as: All Clad, LeCreuset, Nespresso, Jura Capresso, Wusthof, J. A. Henckels, Shun, Kyocera and much more. It is different from the big box stores by offering a warm, inviting store filled with a knowledgeable, friendly staff and the best in kitchenware from around the world. Customers enjoy a relaxed shopping environment while the staff works diligently to satisfy each individual’s needs.

Let the team of professionals at Vaughn Vision handle all of your family’s eye care needs. With the use of state of the art diagnostic equipment and technology, Dr.Vaughn sees patients of all ages for comprehensive eye exams, as well as contact lens fittings, dry eye treatment, diagnosis and management of eye diseases, and Lasik co-management.

They offer a wide selection of unique, fashionable, and trendy frames and sunglasses to meet all of your vision needs, at prices to fit anyone’s budget.

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Saratoga Taxi

locally owned

Owner: Larry Cooper Years in business: Over 34 years Phone number: 584-2700 Website: Saratoga-taxi.com

Saratoga Taxi has been reliably and safely carrying passengers in Saratoga Springs and surrounding communities for over 34 years!! Saratoga’s ONLY fleet dispatched, garaged and maintained in Saratoga Springs–at your service 24 hours/365 days.

Week of October 25 – November 1, 2013

The Furniture House

Owner: Mario DiSiena Years in business: 33 Phone number: 587-9865 Website: TheFurnitureHouseNY.com

The Furniture House has been in business for over 30 years, since 1980, with over 30,000 SF of showroom space, making us one of the area’s largest furniture stores. Our products are 70-80% American made, including unique custom hardwood pieces from the Amish & Menonites. We have the largest selection of Amish and Menonite furniture than anyone else in the area.

“The Furniture House...your dream furniture shopping experience”

Week of October 25 – November 1, 2013

locally owned

Versatile Sheds

Owner: D. Woodcock Years in business: 27 Phone number: 584-7924 Website: www.versatilesheds.com

Sheds of various styles, sizes, colors as well as custom sheds to match just about any home. Free delivery within a 15 mile radius.

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Healthy Living Market & Cafe

Owners: Katy Lesser, Eli Lesser-Goldsmith, & Nina Lesser-Goldsmith Years in business: 28 (South Burlington,VT), 1 (Saratoga Springs) Phone number: 306-4900 Website: www. healthylivingmarket.com

We are Healthy Living, a family-owned Community Market embarking on our 28th year! Our new store in the Wilton Mall carries the best in natural foods; you’ll find tons of local produce, dairy, and meat, organic and all-natural packaged goods, and an eclectically tasty café. Stop in todaydeliciousness awaits!

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Village Sweet Shoppe

Owner: Joie Smith Years in business: 2+ Phone number: 461-2016 Website: www.villagesweetshoppe.com

The door opens into a memory...enter into a place full of treats for all...including; Old Time Candy, Scoop Your Own mixables, chocolate covered EVERYTHING, handmade chocolates, fudge and old fashioned soda.The Village Sweet Shoppe is a family run business in the heart of Ballston Spa. Once you walk down the streets of this quaint little town you will understand why our family chose to open a “sweet” shop here.We enjoy chatting with our customers or “sweeties”: as we like to refer to them” from near and far.

Week of October 25 – November 1, 2013

Saratoga Gluten Free Goods

Owners: MaryAnna O’Donnell, Jeanne Daley & Robert Averill Years in business: 5 Phone number: 681-1707 Website: saratogaglutenfree@mindspring.com

For the past 5 years, the bakers here at Saratoga Gluten Free Goods Bakery have been baking up a storm in an effort to provide fresh gluten free breads and rolls (and the occasional sweet treat) to those with Celiac Disease and gluten intolerance around Saratoga and the Capital District. We strive to use organic, GMO-free and locally grown ingredients whenever possible, with no preservatives. Customers can find our products in many retail establishments and restaurants around the region. Please note that our bakery is certified gluten free by the National Foundation for Celiac Awareness.

Week of October 25 – November 1, 2013

locally owned

Family Danz Heating & Cooling

Danielle’s Bridal

Owners: Todd and Tim Danz Years in business: 37 Phone number: 203-2206 Website: www.familydanz.com

Owner: Tracie Daus Years in business: 22+ Phone number: 584-7067 Website: www.daniellesbridalofsaratoga.com

For more than 35 years, Family Danz Heating & Cooling has been providing quality HVAC services to residential and commercial customers. Centrally located in Albany, N.Y., Family Danz is pleased to provide comprehensive services which include heating, air conditioning, furnaces, boilers and home heating oil to the entire Capital District.

Serving the upstate New York Region with the finest and best selection of formalwear from bride’s gowns to tuxedo rentals. Our selections include gowns for brides, mother of brides, and bridesmaids. From proms to pageants we have garments for all of your special occasions.

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Northshire Bookstore

Week of October 25 – November 1, 2013

Mangino Buick, GMC

Owner: Chris Morrow Years in business: ¼ Phone number: 682-4200 Website: www.northshire.com

Owners: Ralph Mangino Sr. & Family Years in business: 35 Phone Number: 885-5301 (Ballston Spa) / 843-5702 (Amsterdam) Website : Mangino.com

Inspiration for every age – Northshire Bookstore is a full service bookstore with a whole floor devoted to children.

Plenty of unique gifts, calenders, stationary and games, toys, and puzzles.

Exciting changes are in the works at Mangino Buick GMC. The ground has been broken, the steel frames are up, and our state of the art makeover is on schedule! (New rendering pictured above) But when it comes to great selection, incredible savings and award winning customer service, it’s business as usual.

Let the professionals at Mangino Buick GMC handle all your automotive needs.

Week of October 25 – November 1, 2013

locally owned

North Country Academy

Saratoga Cleaners

Celebrating 15 years in business!

Owners: William H. Johnson Jr., Deanna Johnson

Owners: John & Michael Scuola Years in business: 30+ Phone number: 587-3047 Website: Find us on Facebook!

& Amy S. Johnson years in business: 15 Phone number: 584-9982 Website: www.northcountryacademy.com

Saratoga cleaners is family owned and operated with over 30+ years of experience in the dry cleaning industry. We use state of the art equipment. We are eco-friendly and provide fast & friendly service.

Our Saratoga Center on Care Lane is just minutes from the Saratoga Hospital and downtown Saratoga Springs. The facility offers Computer Education, Audio/Video monitored classrooms, and spacious outdoor playgrounds, with climbing equipment, swings, and toys among other special features.

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Maple Leaf Childcare Center

locally owned

Owners: Linda & John Moran Years in business: 25 Phone number: 889-5045 Website: www.mapleleafchildcare.com

Since 1988 MLCC has been family owned and operated.

Linda and John began in Guilderland and expanded to Malta, Glenville and Rotterdam. Linda shares her passion for early childhood education with her daughter Katie who works at their newest location. MLCC employs over 150 staff and cares for more than 600 children.

Week of October 25 – November 1, 2013

The Candy Company of Saratoga Springs

Owner: Dawn Oesch Years in business: 15 Phone number: 580-0499 Website: www.saratogacandy.com

The Candy Co. is the neighborhood candy store for over 15 years. Nestled on a side street (Washington st.) in downtown it has an old time charm and warmth. Everything you can imagine for your sweet tooth is here. Homemade fudge, penny candy (well not a penny anymore but you get the idea...) and all the things you remember as a kid. Locally owned and operated, come visit Dawn and get a goodie that brings you back to your childhood or a gift that will surely make you popular to whomever you give it to.

Week of October 25 – November 1, 2013

Cole’s Collision

locally owned

Owners: John Cole Years in business: 7+ Phone number: Wilton- 583-1306 / Ballston Spa- 885-1338 / Clifton Park- 631-9490 / Colonie- 213-2070 Website: www.colescollision.com

At Cole’s Collision, our customers receive the finest quality repair available. We pride ourselves on great service and customer satisfaction. We have built our reputation on delivering exceptional service and we are proud to stand by our work!

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Owner: Matt McCabe Years in business: 20 Phone number: 581-1603 or 581-1604 Website: www.saratogaguitar.com

Saratoga Guitar & Music Center has grown with a stellar track record from Saratoga Springs, surrounding communities and schools supporting local businesses. We work with our local school music departments to assist in providing learning opportunities for young students at every level of music involvement. We have everything from guitars to digital pianos, from drums to School Band & Orchestra instruments. We buy, sell, trade, & repair every day at our 60 West Avenue location. We will be opening at 492 Broadway this November!

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SaratogaMama

locally owned

Owners: Colleen Pierre Years in business: 3 Phone number: 338-7304 Website: SaratogaMama.com

SaratogaMama is the go-to resource for families in Saratoga County. SaratogaMama.com includes an events calendar, local directories, seasonal guides, giveaways and a blog with multiple writers. SaratogaMama Magazine is published quarterly and provides readers with local information, plus food and recipes, travel features, advice columns, and a kids section.

Week of October 25 – November 1, 2013

New Visions Kitchens & Baths

Owners: Terry Zima, Bob Zima, & Ken Shapiro Years in business: 68 Phone number: 518-584-4499 Website: www.CapitolDistrictSupply.com

Capitol District Supply opened our plumbing, heating, kitchen, and bath location at 252 Washington Street in 1986. We are still family and locally owned today. We have completely updated our Kitchen and Bath showroom and are excited to introduce our new brand: New Visions, Kitchens and Baths by Capitol. Stop in to see what we can do for you.

Week of October 25 – November 1, 2013

Roohan Realty

locally owned

Owners: Tom Roohan Years in business: 45 Phone number: 518.587.4500 Website: RoohanRealty.com

Business Description: Our Company is rich in tradition and hometown values with a strong commitment to our community. We are especially proud of being locally owned and in operation since 1969 with a talented team of over 50 highly-skilled professionals and licensed real estate associates.

Spoken Boutique

Owner: Pam Worth Years in business: 3 1/2 Phone number: 587-2772 Website: www.spokensaratoga.com

Saratoga native, Pam Worth, uses over 31 years of fashion knowledge to create and deliver a one-of-a-kind shopping experience.

Pam is proud to be a local businesswomen with roots to this amazing city! Just ask her what she loves about Saratoga and the list goes on and on. As a 3x winner of Saratoga TODAY’s ‘Best Of’, Spoken’s team of talented professional is ready for all your fashion needs.

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Value Van Taxi and Car Service

Owners: James Anthony Years in business: 1 Phone number: (518) 479-9394 Website: www.valuevantaxi.com

Providing clean, comfortable and inexpensive, 12 and 7 Passenger vans, as well as 5 passenger sedans, we can take you anywhere you want to go‌ From around the corner to around the state! Our Prices will NOT be beat and we accept ALL major credit & debit cards! (518) 479-9394

Week of October 25 – November 1, 2013

Tom Mullan Tree & Stump Removal

Owner: Tom Mullan Years in business: 30 Phone number: 584-7259 or 598-3791 Website: www.tommullantreeservice.com

We have a solid reputation for providing quality work at an affordable price and take great pride in the fact that our customers know they can trust us to do what we say we will and do it professionally.

We firmly believe that no job is too big or too small, and we are often complimented that we left their yard looking better than ever!

Week of October 25 – November 1, 2013

Embrace The Race®

locally owned

The Apparel for the Horse Racing Lifestyle ®

Owners: Mike and Jill DeAnzeris Years in business: 3 Phone number: 518-580-4500 Website: embracetherace.com

EMBRACE THE RACE®, created by race horse owners from Saratoga Springs, is The Apparel for the Horse Racing Lifestyle®. The world wide brand with home town roots, possesses a magical combination of an inspirational logo and an emotional phrase that captivates its customers. It is ideal for your holiday gifts, special parties and all of your group events.

“A race is two minutes but The Passion is timeless...

EMBRACE IT!”

Homessence

Owner: Kristen Ringler Years in business: 11/2 years Phone number: 306-6445 Website: homessencestore.com

Homessence offers unique home decor, furniture, gifts & more. We carry everything from decorative accessories, lighting, kitchenware and kids decor to sports memorabilia, custom personalized items, and one-of-a-kind pieces from national artisans. Stop in to Homessence and add some personality to your space.

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Hattie’s Chicken Shack

locally owned

Owners: Beth & Jasper Alexander Years in business: 75 Phone number: 584-4790 Website: Hattiesrestaurant.com

Hattie’s is a Saratoga destination, in operation since 1938. Hattie’s serves a variety of Southern and Louisiana cuisine, including Hattie’s famous Southern fried chicken and homemade desserts. We offer a full bar and specialize in unique cocktails. We will customize menus for private events and offer on or off-premise catering.

Week of October 25 – November 1, 2013

Violets of Saratoga

Owner: Laura Farrar-Pileckas Years in business: 7 Phone number: 584-4838 Website: www.violetsofsaratoga.com

Violet’s of Saratoga is a women’s clothing and shoe boutique in the heart of Saratoga Springs. Our main designers include BCBG, Free People, Cole Haan and Frye. We will help you find that unique piece to inspire you or provide the right accessory to complete your look in any fashion emergency.

Let us reinvent your wardrobe!

Week of October 25 – November 1, 2013

locally owned

Adirondack Trust Company

Owners: Privately Held Years in business: 111 Phone number: 585-5844 Website: Adirondacktrust.com

As an employee owned and locally managed bank we offer a variety of financial services: • Personal & Business Banking • WebWise ®Online and Mobile Banking • Investment Management • Retirement Planning • Insurance – Personal and Business.

We continue to receive a 5-star “Superior” rating from Bauer Financial for our financial strength. We were designated a Top 200 Community Bank by American Banker Magazine this year. Member FDIC

Frank Adams Jewelers

Owners: Kimberly Adams Russell Years in business: 90 Phone number: Saratoga: 583-4099, Albany: 435-0057 Website: frankadams.com

For ninety years Frank Adams Jewelers has guided the jewelry and giftware market in the Capital Region and has become your premier retailer of internationally recognized and award winning designer jewelry & timepiece brands.

A third generation family-owned business established in 1922, Frank Adams Jewelers is proud to represent the enduring gifts of luxury that are passed from generation to generation.

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Nicole Byrne, DMD

Owner: Nicole Byrne, DMD Years in business: 10 Phone number: 226-6010 Website: www. byrnekidsdental.com

“Dr. Nikki” and our staff provide exceptional specialized pediatric dental care for the children in our community using the most current dental technologies. Our staff is specially trained to foster trust and confidence in each child to help ensure pediatric dental care is a positive experience for all!

Week of October 25 – November 1, 2013

Turning Point Chiropractic

Owner: Adam N. Favro, D.C., C.S.C.S. Years in business: 2 Phone number: 584-9500 Website: www.tpcwellness.com

Turning Point Chiropractic is focused on providing high quality, individualized care to each patient. Dr. Adam Favro is trained in the newest techniques such as Ultrasound, Kinesiology Taping, Active Release Techniques and more to help you get better fast and stay healthy longer. Turning Point Chiropractic provides performance based care so whether you are sitting at a desk all day or running a marathon, it is our job to make sure you perform at your peak.

Week of October 25 – November 1, 2013

Mr. Comfort Heating & Cooling

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Granite & Marble Works, Inc.

Owners: Jeff French Years in business: 18 Phone number: 747-9525 Website: www.mrcomforthc.com

Owners: Mike and Margaret Roohan Years in business: 10 Phone number: 584-2800 Website: www.graniteandmarbleworks.com

At Mr. Comfort Heating and Cooling, Inc., our goal is to not only help you stay comfortable during the cold of Winter and the heat of Summer, but to make the process easy, enjoyable for you and advise you on the best ways to keep your equipment operating properly. While saving you money. We are a full-service HVAC/Plumbing company with a wide range of experience. We can help you with all phases of Heating, Air Conditioning and Plumbing needs.

Although our projects range from commercial to residential, Granite & Marble Works maintains a common goal for every installation: produce the finest product for our customer and make the process fun.With over 20 years in the construction business, Mike and Margaret Roohan developed a passion for using quality materials to create beautiful homes. Since establishing the company in 2003, Granite & Marble Works has quadrupled in size while maintaining its original friendly customer service.

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Saratoga Center for the Family Receives $1,000 Donation SARATOGA SPRINGS – Saratoga Center for the Family was gifted a $1,000 donation from this year’s Saratoga Horse Show organized by The Capital Fund of Saratoga County, Inc. (CFSC).

Each year the proceeds of the Saratoga Horse show are distributed to various, local not-for-profit organizations that are selected by volunteers. This year the selection committee chose to support Saratoga Center.

“What you do there is a wonderful thing for our community and that is why our volunteers selected your organization to receive this donation. Thank you for what you are doing,” said CFSC President,

Tom Fueston.

Fueston presented the gift to Deb Tomaso, Saratoga Center for the Family executive director earlier this month.

For more then 30 years, Saratoga Center for the Family has been working to break the destructive cycle of abuse, neglect and family dysfunction throughout all Saratoga County communities. Along with their mental health counseling and child advocacy program, Saratoga Center offers a variety of prevention programs such as anger management, positive parenting, grief and loss for parents and children as well as child custody stress prevention.

Students Donate Costumes

Take a look at this week’s newest club members!

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Brooke

Elana SARATOGA SPRINGS — Students from Lake Avenue School recently held a costume drive to donate costumes for children who might not otherwise have a Halloween costume. Organized by the PTA, the students collected over 75 costumes. The school held a contest to see which class could raise the most costumes and Mrs. Polly O’Connell’s second grade class were the winners of free popcorn with over 20 costumes. The costumes were then delivered to the Comic Depot in Wilton Mall, which is working which Franklin Community Center to distribute the costumes to children and teens within their program.

Tooth Fairy Club is sponsored by:

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

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Saratoga Recreation Winter Registration The Winter Registration at Saratoga Recreation is open and offering Youth Basketball League, Jr. Sluggers, Introduction to Ice Skating, Box Lacrosse, Golf World Clinic and a 3v3 tournament.

For more information call (518) 587–3550, ext. 2300.

Youth Sports at Malta Community Center Registration has begun for new fall sessions of Youth Sports at the Malta Community Center.

Classes are starting the last week of October. Openings are available in: Teeny Tennis for ages 5–7, Terrific Tennis for ages 8–10, Adaptive Gym for ages 5–10, Bitty Basketball for ages 5–6 and ages 7–8, co-ed Intro to Volleyball for ages 8–10 and Beginner/Intermediate Girls’ Volleyball ages 11–13. More information on class descriptions can be found in our fall activities guide found at www.malta–town. org. For more information call (518) 899–4411.

Theater on Ice Team Forming If you love to ice skate and are passionate about performing, then join the Theatre on Ice team, which combines the athleticism and grace of figure skating with the thrill of performance and dance. All ages and abilities are welcome. For more information email jill@wiseworks. com or call (518) 583–3462.

Decorate the Empire State The Saratoga County Historical Society announced a call for all local artists of Saratoga County to create an ornament representing this county, and submit it to Brookside Museum

by November 1. Two winning ornaments will be selected to decorate the holiday tree at the capitol in December. For more information on ornament guidelines and how to enter see www.brooksidemuseum.org.

Treating and Identifying Addictions Albany Medical College will present the 10th Annual Addiction Medicine Weekend November 1-2. The goal is to teach medical professionals to recognize and treat addiction in their patients

LOCAL BRIEFS given its prevalence and the significant impact addiction has on health. For more information or to register, go to www.amc.edu/ Academic/CME/documents/2013_ AddictMedbrochure.pdf, or contact Dr. Glick at (518) 262-5303 or email glicks@mail.amc.edu.

Stationary Bike Race for Kids with Disabilities The Stationary Bike Race supporting the Karen and Gary Dake Foundation for Children will be November 2 starting at 10 a.m.

Registration will be 9 a.m. at the Saratoga Regional YMCA. More information is also available online starting September 16 at www. dakefoundation.org.

Black Velvet Art Party The 25th annual Black Velvet Art Party will be dockside aboard the Lake George Steamboat Company’s Lac du Saint Sacrement on Saturday, November 2 from 7–11 p.m. Tickets purchased before October 28 are $20 ($25 at the door). For more information call (518) 668-2616. Proceeds help fund the Lake George arts project and gallery exhibition series.

Malta Community Center Arts, Crafts, and Gift Fair The Malta Department of Parks and Recreation is still accepting crafters for the Malta Community Center Arts, Crafts and Gifts Fair on Saturday, November 2 from 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Crafters and artisans of handmade items are being sought on a juried basis for this newly expanded gift fair at the Malta Community Center, 1 Bayberry Drive in Malta. Booth fees are $60 until October 28. Call (518) 899–4411, ext. 300 or visit www.malta–town.org for a show application.

performance is 2 p.m. All tickets are $30 and are available online at www.woodtheater.org or by calling the Wood Theater Box Office at (518) 874-0800.

Women in Business Fall Luncheon The Chamber of Southern Saratoga County’s Women in Business Committee announced its Annual Fall Luncheon program, “Dream it. Believe it.

Achieve it.” It will be Wednesday, November 6 at the Hilton Garden Inn, Clifton Park from 11:15 a.m.–1:15 p.m. Enjoy a prereception, sit-down luncheon catered by Mazzone Hospitality, lots of door prizes and high energy networking. Cost is $50 for chamber members and $65 for general admission.

Preregistration is preferred, online payment accepted. To register call (518) 371-7748 or visit www. southernsaratoga.org.

Deadline For Entering Patriot’s Pen Essay Contest The final date to submit applications to a local VFW Post for the Veterans of Foreign Wars 2013-14 nationwide Patriot’s Pen Essay Contest and Voice of Democracy Oral Essay Contest is midnight, November 1. The competition is for students in grades 6–8 to express their views on democracy. Students interested in applying may contact Gene Ratigliano at (518) 584-9686, (518) 885-9666 or email at mcpo4@nycap.rr.com or go to the National VFW website at www.vfw.org and go to the Community Tab on the right hand side of the page.

‘What the Trees Say’ Art Exhibit Anne Diggory’s paintings will be on display at the “TREEaction” exhibit on November 7 from 5–8 p.m. at the Spring Street Gallery in Saratoga. “TREEaction” will include materials that tell the story of Saratoga’s trees from the perspective of the environmental advocacy of Sustainable Saratoga.

Election Day Dinner The Middle Grove United Methodist Church Election Day Chicken and Biscuit Dinner & Bake Sale will be Tuesday, November 5 at 429 Middle Grove Road. Going from 3–6 p.m., the dinner will also include fresh cranberry relish, peas, homemade apple crisp, coffee, tea and milk.

Admission is $9 for adults, $6 for children (5–10 years old) and kids under 5 years old get in free.

Little Shop of Horrors in Glens Falls The Glens Falls Community Theatre will present the Howard Ashman/Alan Menken musical “Little Shop of Horrors” on November 7–10 at the Charles R. Wood Theater in downtown Glens Falls.

Curtain for the November 7, 8 and 9 performances is 8 p.m.

Curtain for the November 10

Warren Miller Film “Warren Miller” will show November 2 at 7 p.m. at the Gannett Auditorium. Tickets are $12 and are being sold at the Alpine Ski Shop on Clinton Street. For more information call (518) 580-8338.

Shelters of Saratoga Benefit Dinner

Week of October 25 – November 1, 2013 The Culinary Arts Department at the F. Donald Myers Education Center, along with local chefs, will host an Autumn Gourmet Dinner to benefit the Shelters of Saratoga on November 6 at the Myers Education Center at 15 Henning Road. Tickets are $30 per person and will go toward the Shelters of Saratoga. To purchase tickets call (518) 581-3628 or email mclancy@ wswheboces.org.

‘Saratoga Springs: It All Began With The Water’ On November 14, local tour expert, Charlie Kuenzel, will discuss the geology, chemistry, location and impact of these mineral springs on the city and the members of society that traveled to the greatest resort destination of the Victorian era, during the Brown Bag Lunch Lecture Series in the Saratoga Springs Public Library.

This program is free and open to the public and begins at noon. Tea and coffee are provided. For more information contact the Visitor Center at (518) 587-3241.

Killing Kennedy: The End of Camelot Marking the 50th anniversary of the assassination of John F. Kennedy, there will be a discussion of Bill O’Reilly’s book “Killing Kennedy: The End of Camelot” on November 1 at the Adult & Senior Center of Saratoga, 5 Williams St. The event starts at 1 p.m. For more information call (518) 522-8430.

Greenwich Elks Lodge Breakfast Breakfast will be available from 8:30-11 a.m. on November 17 at the Greenwich Elks Lodge. Cost is $7 for adults, $6 for seniors, and $5 for youth ages 5–12 . Under five is free. For more information call Donna (518) 692-2347.

Greenwich Elks Auxiliary Fall Craft Fair The Greenwich Elks Auxiliary Fall Craft Fair will be Saturday, November 9 at the Greenwich Elks Lodge, Route 40 S. For an application or information call Donna at (518) 692-2347 or Amber (518) 587-8224.

Seeking Tax Assistance Volunteers TaxAide is seeking volunteers for the coming tax season. TaxAide volunteers answer questions and prepare and file returns for low to moderate income taxpayers and seniors from February 1 to April 15 at various sites in Saratoga County.

No experience is required. For further information, visit www. aarp.org/taxaide or call Wally Decker at (518) 373-1076.

Baked Ham Dinner Trinity United Methodist Church, 155 Ballard Road, Wilton, 3:30 – 6:30 p.m.

Mashed potatoes and gravy, applesauce, vegetables, rolls, assorted desserts and beverages will be provided at the Trinity United Methodist Church, on 155 Ballard Road in Wilton, for a Baked Ham Dinner on November 1 from 3:30–6:30 p.m. Cost is by donation and take-outs will be available. The location is handicap accessible. For more information call (518) 584-9107.

Get Fit With Taylor’s Heroes The non-profit Taylor’s Heroes, is currently looking for applicants ages 8-18 who are looking to get fit. If selected, applicants join a free threemonth program that includes weekly group personal training, the ability to try new sports activities of their choosing and the chance to learn valuable nutrition information from experts in the community. For more information go to taylorsheroes.org or call (518) 894-1658.

‘Freedom From Painful Emotions’ Suitable for both beginners and experienced meditators, classes include guided meditations, teaching, and discussion. With Buddhist teacher Evelyn Williams.

Classes are self-contained; drop in any week. Everyone is welcome for a $10 fee. Classes are from November 7 to December 12 from 7–8:30 p.m., except Thanksgiving, at the second floor of 79 Beekman Street above the bicycle shop.

‘Charcoal!’

From November 1 to December 15 there will be an Invitational exhibition of two and three-dimensional works in charcoal by 12 contemporary artists at the Schick Art Gallery, Saisselin Art Building (Skidmore College).

The works represent a wide range of styles and subject matter, from moody interiors and atmospheric skyscapes to linear abstractions and figurative pieces that suggest mysterious but compelling narratives. Hours will be Monday-Thursday (10 a.m.-6 p.m.), Friday (10 a.m.-4 p.m.), Saturday and Sunday (noon-4 p.m.) It will be closed on academic holidays. For more information call (518) 580-5049.

Concert: Marina Piccinini and Guests Widely recognized as one of the world’s leading flute virtuosos, flutist Marina Piccinini combines flawless technical command, profound interpretive instincts, and a charismatic stage presence at Skidmore College on November 2. Admission is $8 adults, $5 senior citizens; Free for students and children. It begins at 8 p.m. in the Zankel Music Center, Ladd Concert Hall. For ticket information call (518) 580-5321 or go to www.skidmore.edu/Zankel.

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Week of October 25 – November 1, 2013 No admissions charge, however, a free-will donation is encouraged.

For more information call (518) 584-3820.

Film: Crystal Fairy

Family Friendly Event

Friday, October 25 Special Sale

Second Hand Rose Thrift Shop, 116 Broad St., Schuylerville, 11 a.m.–4 p.m.

Halloween items are on sale and 50 percent off Avon Collector’s items.

Christmas items 50 percent off until November 15. We offer discounts for Veterans. Open Tuesday— Saturday. Donations gladly accepted. Volunteers welcome. A non-for-profit that gives back to the community. For more information call (518) 695-4640.

Pet-Themed Community Appreciation Day

Saratoga National Bank, West Ave. Branch, Saratoga Springs, noon–5 p.m.

HOPE (Homes for Orphaned Pets Exist) will be on-site with pets in need of foster homes and information about its mission.

Featuring food, games and fundraising and a basket raffle featuring items donated by Paw Lickers pet boutique to raise money for HOPE. Enter to win by purchasing raffle tickets or donate cleaning or office supplies for the organization. For more information call (518) 583-6504.

Musical Memories in Malta

Malta Ridge United Methodist Church, 729 Malta Ave. Ext., Malta Ridge, 6:30–9 p.m. Doors open at 5:45 p.m. Featuring Lew Petteys and friends, with standard music, swing and jazz. Donation is $8 and tickets are available from members and at the door. Refreshments will be available as well as a bake sale and a basket fair. For more information call (518) 581-0210.

The Frobenius Concert Series

Saratoga Springs United Methodist Church, 175 Fifth Ave., Saratoga Springs, 7:30 p.m.

Well-known organist, Rhonda Sider Edgington in collaboration with the Guidonian Hand, America’s leading modern trombone collective, will perform compositions by Bach, Messiaen, Gabrieli and others, on the church’s exceptional Frobenius tracker organ, built in Denmark and installed at the church in 1996.

Saratoga Film Forum, 320 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, 7:30 p.m.

“A loopy adventure; a mix of the acerbic, the spaced out and the heartfelt,” Mark Olsen, The Los Angeles Times. Also showing Sunday, October 27, 7:30 p.m.

For more information visit www. saratogafilmforum.org.

Saturday, October 26 Open Fire Tower Hours

Camp Saratoga, 80 Scout Rd., Wilton, Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m.–3 p.m.

Get a treetop view of the fall foliage, when you climb an authentic fire.

Visit a replica of a fire observer’s cabin without having to climb a mountain. The schedule is subject to weather conditions and availability of the volunteer fire tower interpreters.

To confirm that it is open, call (518) 469–0918.

North Woods Service Day

Skidmore College, North Woods, 10 a.m. –3 p.m.

The public is invited to clean-up and service day. Help clean and maintain the trails in the North Woods to keep them beautiful and accessible to the community. For more information call (518) 580-5883 or at sustainability@skidmore.edu.

Sidewalk Book Sale

New York State Military Museum, 61 Lake Ave., Saratoga Springs, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.

This event, sponsored by The Friends of the New York State Military Museum, will feature hundreds of used hard cover and paperback books at prices ranging from $1to $5. The Friends will be featuring books on history and the military plus the Civil War, World War II and the Revolutionary War. The museum will have Halloween candy for the kids. Proceeds from this sale will be used for new exhibits at the museum.

Stillwater Fall Festival Village of Stillwater, noon–4 p.m.

Enjoy the flavors, fun, and feeling of autumn. Various non-profits that support this area have food and games for you to enjoy. All costs are reasonable and there is a free scavenger hunt for children. Wear a costume to be in the Children’s Parade. For more information visit www.stillwaterny.org.

calendar Tang Museum Family Saturday

Tang Museum, Skidmore College, 2 – 3:30 p.m.

Suitable for children ages 5 and up with their adult companions. The program includes a brief tour of a current Tang exhibition, followed by a hands-on art activity. Free and open to the public. Reservations are strongly suggested. For reservations and information call (518) 580-8080.

Pizza & Wing Night

Victory Mills Fire Department, 23 Pine St., Victory, 4–8 p.m.

Eat in or carry out. Place your order after 2 p.m., last call is at 7 p.m. (518) 695-6623.

Conversation with Pulitzer Prize Winner

Northshire Bookstore, 424 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, 7 p.m.

Library. Doors open at 6 p.m.

Pulitzer Prize winner Richard Russo in conversation with Issac Pulver, director of Saratoga Springs Public Library. This event is sponsored by the Skidmore College English Department. For more information visit www.northshire.com.

Mystery at Shady Acres

Malta Community Center, 1 Bayberry Drive, Malta, 7 p.m.

An interactive comedy-mystery to be presented by Malta’s Spotlighter’s Theatre Troupe. The 1 1/2 hour production set in an English Country Inn in the 1920s features a cast of 34 children, teens and adults.

General admission $10 advanced; $12 at the door. $50 gold family sponsors include two reserved seats.

For more information call (518) 899-4411.

DanceFlurry Saratoga Contradance.

First Baptist Church, 45 Washington Street, Saratoga Springs, 8–11 p.m.

Lesson for beginners at 7:30 p.m.

Contras, squares, and couples dances. Calling by David Kaynor, with music by Eric Buddington & Spare Parts. All group dances taught, newcomers welcome. No need to bring your own partner. Wear sneakers or other soft-soled shoes only, please. Adults $10, students and seniors $7, children under 15, $6.

For more information call (518) 8990105 or visit www.danceflurry.org.

Russian Masters for Children and Adults Program Arthur Zankel Music Center, Skidmore College, 8 p.m.

The Skidmore College Orchestra will present a program of music

by Russian masters during its first concert of the academic year. The program highlight will be Prokofiev’s Peter and the Wolf, which has helped introduce generations of children to the instruments of the orchestra and the concept of telling a story through music. Admission is free for Skidmore students, $8 adults, and $5 seniors. For advance reservations or more information visit www. skidmore.edu/zankel

Sunday, October 27 Breakfast Buffet

Sons of ITAM Post #35, 247 Grand Ave., Saratoga Springs, 8–11 a.m.

We have added made to order omelets. In addition to omelets we feature eggs, bacon, ham, home fries, sausage, hash, fruits, pancakes, French toast, juices, Danish and more. $8 for Adults, $7 for senior citizens, children under five are free.

All are welcome.

Discover Local Cemeteries at Very Grave Indeed

Brookside Museum, 6 Charlton St., Ballston Spa, 2–4 p.m.

Learn about local historic cemeteries. Cost is $15, members $10. For more information call (518) 885–4000 or email aclothier@brooksidemuseum.org.

Monday, October 28 Women of Privilege: Author Susan Gillotti

Northshire Bookstore, 424 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, 7 p.m.

Join us for a conversation with Susan Gillotti, the great-great granddaughter of Sarah Minerva Schieffelin, about her book, which is part biography, part memoir and part social history.

For more information visit www. northshire.com.

Dream Yoga & Astral Travel Course

Saratoga Gnosis Center, 34 Waterbury St. 3L, Saratoga, 7–8:30 p.m.

Each Monday through November 18. Learn techniques to unfold into the Astral; how to acquire more energy for dreaming; keys to unlock the symbolic language; how to make contact with the Conscious Circle of Humanity; how to remove fears and obstacles to conscious dreaming. Courses offered on a donation basis. For more information call (518) 290-7105.

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Tuesday, October 29 Film: Girl Rising

Spring Street Gallery, 110 Spring Street, Saratoga Springs, 7 p.m.

Directed by Richard Robbins, Rated PG-13 Girl Rising uses the power of storytelling and the leverage of strategic partnerships to deliver a simple, critical truth, Educate Girls and you will change the world.

For more information visit www. saratogafilmforum.org.

Wednesday, October 30 Geyser Road Trail Project

Geyser Road Elementary School Cafeteria, 61 Geyser Rd., Saratoga Springs, 6–8 p.m.

The City in cooperation with Greenman-Pedersen Inc. is at the initial stages of the design process for the proposed trail.

The purpose of the meeting is to update the local community on the status of the project and to obtain comments on the proposed project from individuals, groups, officials, and local agencies. For more information call (518) 453-9431 or (518) 587-3550.

Film: The Train

Saratoga Film Forum, 320 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, 7:30 p.m.

Town and Gown Movie Night. A wartime thriller based on Rose Valland’s Le front de l’art. 1965 starring Burt Lancaster, Paul Scofield, Jeanne Moreau, not rated. $7/ $5 Film Forum members and Students with ID. For more information visit www.saratogafilmforum.org.

Thursday, October 31 A Vision for the Urban Forest Saratoga Springs Public Library, H. Dutcher Community Room, noon–1:30 p.m.

Following decades of decline, the City’s 2013 Urban Forest Master Plan offers cause for optimism.

Retired Skidmore professor, Thomas Denny, will examine the science, the psychology and the politics that shape this pivotal moment. For more information call (518) 584-7860 x 241.

Blood Drives October 31, 2013 SUNY Adirondack Wilton Center 696 Rt. 9, Wilton, NY 12831 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

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fun and games fUN AND Games Week of October 25 – November 1, 2013

Puzzles

See puzzle solutions on page 69

Across 1 Floating platforms 6 Guy or fellow 10 Haughty sort 14 Creepy starer 15 Top military draft category 16 Skid row denizen 17 German cars bought by Riyadh residents?

19 Not many 20 Releases (on), as an attack dog 21 Cafeteria carriers gone missing?

23 QB’s mishap 24 Tennis icon Arthur 25 Makes a choice 26 Drawing upon 28 100-yard race 30 Shoulder wrap 32 “Once __ a time ...”

34 PC software 38 Rose of baseball 39 Hard to hear 40 Was a passenger 41 Figure skater’s leap 42 Uncle Remus’s __ Rabbit 43 Nursery-rhyme Jack or his wife 44 Put down, as floor tile 46 “__ my case” 48 Fixes with thread 50 Plastic coffee container designed for a Keurig brewer 51 Sports enthusiast 54 Streamlined onion relatives?

57 Pie à la __ 58 Basketball’s __ “The Pearl” Monroe 59 Stories you’ve heard a bajillion times?

61 Bad to the bone 62 Promgoer’s concern 63 Leaning somewhat 64 Lousy grades 65 Like so 66 Zappos.com inventory Down 1 Big name in vermouth 2 A second time 3 Vary irregularly, as prices 4 Koppel and Knight

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Review

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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 SOLUTION TO SATURDAY’S PUZZLE

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5 __ Lanka 6 Teeth-and-gums protector 7 Conductor Previn 8 “Star Wars” princess 9 “Piece of cake!”

10 Out-of-tune string instruments?

11 Like Jack 43-Across’s diet 12 Does as directed 13 Curtain call acknowledgments 18 Part of YMCA: Abbr.

22 How-__: instruction books 24 Feel lousy 27 Neato water sources?

28 Insult comic who was a frequent Johnny Carson guest 29 Crumb-carrying insect 30 Relaxation center 31 Put a curse on

At the Movies with Trey Roohan Movie

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See puzzle solution on page 69 33 Dessert with a crust 35 Financial planner’s concern 36 Handheld computer, briefly 37 Go down in the west 39 “The X-Files” gp.

43 Ninth mo.

45 Pop the question 47 Ploy 48 Work really hard 49 Spooky 50 Reeves of “Speed” 52 Dancer Astaire 53 Homes for chicks 54 Future flower 55 J.D.-to-be’s exam 56 __ A Sketch 57 Trig or calc 60 Prof.’s helpers

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.

Majority, Plurality .Majority means more than 50 percent.

The majority of the country favored last year’s tax cut.

Lager is produced with a bottom-fermenting yeast, fermenting between 52 and 58 degrees. The difference in temperature can affect the taste. Ales typically are fruitier and lagers more crisp.

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.

Week of October 25 – November 1, 2013

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Produce Favorites at Stevens’ Vegetables SARATOGA SPRINGS — Market customers entering the south pavilion at High Rock Park often make a beeline toward the boxes of bright red tomatoes at Stevens Vegetables, displayed on long tables near the sidewalk. Even during this fall season, the greenhouses on the farm continue to allow for the popular Jet Star variety as well as others to be in plentiful supply.

“We’re known for our tomatoes, sweet corn and melons,” notes Dee Stevens, who owns the farm with her husband Stephen.

The farm is at the outdoor market in Saratoga during the summer season, on both Wednesdays and Saturdays, and also sells via a self-service wagon in Argyle, in Washington County.

“We bring rhubarb, asparagus

and strawberries to the early summer markets, usually beginning in June,” says Stevens. Summer displays feature many types of squash, peppers, corn, melons, tomatoes and more.

Farming runs in the Stevens family. “Stevie started out working with his father, and then branched off to his own farm about 25 years ago,” Stevens continued.

The farm cultivates about 40 acres of land and also plants in three greenhouses.

Asked for a favorite recipe, Stevens didn’t hesitate to recommend a zucchini casserole with hot sausage, sweet onions and Jet Star tomatoes.

“The sausage needs to be hot, not sweet, and it’s really good with sour cream on top,” she recommends.

Saratoga Farmers’ Market remains open outside through October 30 at High Rock Park on Wednesdays 3-6 p.m. and Saturdays 9 a.m.-1 p.m. The winter season indoor market begins on Saturday, November 2, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Lincoln Baths building (65 South Broadway) in Saratoga Spa State Park.

Dee Stevens of Stevens Vegetables assists customers

Halloween Memories

by John Reardon for Saratoga TODAY

Hello my Foodie Friends!

Halloween is only a few short days away and for the little chefs out there the excitement is building.

In the Reardon household it’s the same now as when we were children except back then there were only a few days a year that we were allowed to have candy.

My mom’s kitchen always had bowls of fruits and vegetables depending on the season.

Rarely did you see any candy, potato chips or bad snacks.

If we wanted something sweet it would be an apple, orange, tomato or cucumber from the garden. But on Halloween night my brothers Danny and Billy, sister Patty and I would be almost too excited to eat our dinner, which we had to do before we went trick or treating.

Mom knew she had to prepare something we would all like and it was always her homemade chicken soup. It would get our little bodies fueled up and were ready to take on the neighborhood.

In my childhood it was a big thing to have homemade

costumes and our moms worked overtime to have the cutest kids.

Back then, store-bought costumes were considered a sign of no imagination.

Off the four of us would go, with orders to stay together or else. I was told that since I was the oldest it was my job to keep an eye on my brothers and sisters or I would lose my candy. We filled our pillowcases with lots of goodies and then headed home with tired feet.

The next two weeks were spent dipping into our stashes.

Some of us dipped more than others. The end result every year was that Billy and Patty still had candy left and John and Danny were out.

The difference was that while John and Danny were dipping into their stash of candy, Billy and Patty kept eating fruit and the vegetables. Sometimes, good habits are as hard to break as bad ones!

Remember that “Life Happens in the Kitchen.”

Take care, John and Paula

The long tables of Stevens Vegetables stretch under a pavilion

Zucchini, Tomato and Hot Sausage Casserole Ingredients

1 pound hot sausage* 2 sweet onions*, sliced 4 large tomatoes*, chopped 4 medium zucchini*, sliced sour cream salt and pepper * These items are available at the Saratoga Farmers’ Market

Directions

•Preheat oven to 375 degrees.

•Brown sausage, breaking the meat apart into chunks. Add onion and tomatoes, and cook gently until onion softens and some of liquid from tomatoes evaporates. Add zucchini and mix all together.

•Transfer ingredients to casserole dish. Bake, covered, for 25-30 minutes.

•Season with salt and pepper and serve with sour cream.

•Boil water in a large kettle. Add potatoes and cook until tender. Drain, reserving 2 cups of liquid.

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Fall Festival

Week of October 25 – November 1, 2013

Saratoga Fall Festival Saturday, October 26 10 am to 5 pm FREE Family Fun in Downtown Saratoga

10:00 Opening Ceremony: Farmer’s Market, High Rock Ave. Ribbon Cutting and the winner of the guess the weight of the great pumpkin will be announced! Join Mayor Scott Johnson, Honey Bear & friends to kick off the fun!

10-4 101.3 The Jockey Live Broadcast On the corner of Broadway and Division St. Spin the prize wheel, receive a free balloon, and check out the changes the station has made.

10-6 Children’s Photo IDs: Fingerpaint Marketing, 395 Broadway. The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children will be in front of Fingerpaint doing children’s Photo IDs, Be sure to stop by before visiting the face painters!

10-5 Haunted Palace Fun: The MINE, 388 Broadway. Hot Chocolate! Friendly Haunts only, don’t worry this haunted house is safe for all ages!

10-1 Face Painting with Diane McGeary: Druthers Brewing Co, 381 Broadway. Be a fancy face!

10-5 Fun Face Cut Outs: Flores Art Gallery, 328 Broadway.

Become part of the art!

10-2 Pumpkin Pancake Cooking Demo: Saratoga Olive Oil Co, 484 Broadway. Jodie Fitz of Price Chopper Kids Cooking Club will be making pancakes in an interactive running cooking demo!

Too yummy to miss!

10-5 Count the Candy Corn: Circus Café, 392 Broadway. Can you guess the closest?

10-3 Fall Crafts: The Girls Scouts will be hosting crafts for children at the Visitor’s Center, 297 Broadway.

10-4 Sidewalk Book Sale: The Friends of the NYS Military Museum, 61 Lake Ave. Books will focus on military, history and fiction, and are only $1-$5.

All of the proceeds will be used for new exhibits!

10-5 Temporary Tattoos: Mimosa Gallery 489 Broadway.

Cool fall tattoos for the day!

10-2 Child’s IDs: Creative Sparks, 42 Phila St. NY Life Insurance Co will be doing free child IDs plus a free studio fee for all pieces with a Halloween theme! Paint some pottery!

10-9 Fall Themed Food Special: Ravenous, 21 Phila St. Fall themed menu for the day! Get in the spirit of fall, don’t worry, Pomme Frites are a year round treat!

10-5 Fall Décor Special: Silverwood Gallery, 24 Caroline St. Fall Décor will be 20-50 percent off!

10:15 Pooch Parade: Sloppy Kisses, 425 Broadway. Parade Starts at 10:15 followed by the HowlO-Ween Canine Costume Contest at 10:30. Preregistration is required by Thursday October 24, registration is $5 per dog with proceeds going to the Dog Friendly Downtown Program.

10:30-3 Halloween Crafts & Pumpkin Painting: Gaffney’s, 16 Caroline Street.

Hosted by the Skidmore Pro-Arts Group & Random Acts of Crafts 11-2 Radio Disney: Collamer Parking Lot, Sponsored

by MVP Health Care and New York’s 529. Enjoy all kinds of fun!

11-3 Pony Rides & Petting Zoo: Collamer Parking Lot, Sponsored

by The Adirondack Trust Company 11-3 Pumpkin Rolling: On Caroline Street at Broadway.

Participate or watch all of the craziness as pumpkins are rolled down the hill! Too fun to miss!

Sponsored by Ellm’s Family Farm and Healthy Living Market and Café. Prizes from Saratoga Strike Zone and Healthy Living!

11-1 Maple Cotton Candy: Park Side Eatery, 40 Phila Street.

Mapleland Farms of Salem will be serving up some yummy cotton candy. There will also be “Decorate your own Caramel Apple for $2.”

11-2 Cupcake Decorating: The Bread Basket Bakery, 65 Spring St. Decorate a tasty treat!

11-3 Beyond Bark: Presented by the Children’s Museum at The MINE, 388 Broadway. Learn about trees and the seasons and do a fun leaf craft!

11-3 Food Demos: Healthy Living Market and Cafe, On the Corner of Broadway and Caroline St. Learn to Make Something New! 11-3 Cowboy Boot Ping Pong Toss: Saratoga Saddlery, 460 Broadway.

Well butter my biscuit that sounds like fun!

11-3 “Coats for Kids” Drop off & Distribution, Make your Own Halloween Magnets and Prize Wheel: Hosted by Cudney’s Cleaners, Division St. Donate to a great cause!

Sponsored by Advantage Press.

11-1 The Avant Garde Alumni Drum Line: The Farmers Market, High Rock Park. Join in the fun as children will be allowed to interact with the band and play different drums!

The Drum Line will be located on the South Lawn of the Market.

Sponsored by the Saratoga Springs Special Assessment District.

12-2 Jeff Strange: The Arcade Building, 376 Broadway.

Great Folk Music! Sponsored by Impressions of Saratoga.

12-2 Servin’ up some S ’mores: Next Summer, 420 Broadway. Have a tasty warm snack!

4:00 Children’s Costume Parade: Line up at Forno Bistro, 541 Broadway.

4:15 Parade Down Broadway to Congress Park: Lead by Mayor Scott Johnson with Honey Bear and & Friends! Wear your costumes!

11-3 Face Painter: Spoken Boutique, 27 Church St. Get a festive face paint done before the parade!

12-2 Alan Edstrom the Magician: Plum Dandy, 419 Broadway. Be amazed! Sponsored by Mannix Marketing Saratoga.com.

11-5 Photo Booth Fun: Anastasia Photo, 489 Broadway.

Get a Fun Fall Photo! (Outside weather permitting) 11-1 Bean Bag Toss: Saratoga Salsa & Spice, 398 Broadway. Take your best shot!

11-1 Ghost Tours: Adelphi Hotel Start Point, 365 Broadway. Mason Winfield Ghost Stories will be told at 4 locations, join Gloria as she shares photos of hauntings at some historic buildings! 11:00 Adelphi Hotel, 11:30 the Arcade Building, 12:00 the Spirit of Life, 12:30 the Post Office. Be prepared to walk a little bit, the full tour is one hour.

2-4 New Shoes Band: The Adirondack Trust Drive Through, 473 Broadway. These guys rock! Sponsored by Cudney’s Cleaners.

2-4 Bobbing for Howl-O-Weenies: Sloppy Kisses, 425 Broadway. A doggy version of bobbing for apples!

12-2 Skidmore Circus: Saratoga Visitor’s Center, 297 Broadway. Performances every half hour. Be amazed!

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1-5 Pumpkin Carving: The Paddock Lounge, 6 Caroline St. Pumpkin Carving Starts at 2 p.m. for the first 100 guests, food will be served, this is a kid friendly event but carving is not recommended for the littler ones! Have fun and be creative!

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Coloring and Creativity!

11-3 Meyers Dance Studio Performance: Paper Dolls, 438 Broadway. Lots of talent!

11-4 Halloween Corn Hole: Impressions, 368 Broadway. How good is your aim? Prizes and treats for all!

prepared to walk a little bit, the full tour is one hour. Sponsored by Advantage Press.

12-3 Mr. & Mrs. Bill Balloon Fun & Pumpkin Painting: G. Willikers, 461 Broadway. So much fun!

12-3 Sparkles the Tall Juggler: Strolling up and down Broadway.

You won’t miss her!

12-3 Magic Dan the Magician: Traveling Broadway. Watch out for his tricks!

12-4 Rubber Band Shoot Out: Crafter’s Gallery, 427 Broadway.

They meet at high noon.

Amanda Stokes: Druthers Brewing Co, 381 Broadway.. Fun and festive!

1-3 Ghost Tours: Adelphi Hotel Start Point, 365 Broadway. Mason Winfield Ghost Stories will be told at four locations, join Gloria as she shares photos of hauntings at some historic buildings! 1p.m. Adelphi Hotel, 1:30 p.m. the Arcade Building, 2 p.m. The Spirit of Life, 2:30 p.m. the Post Office. Be

4:30-5 Free Carousel Rides For all who participated in the parade!

Sponsored by The Saratoga Springs Department of Public Works.

4-12 Parents Party: The Local, 142 Grand Ave. Parents need to have fun too, head over to the costume party after the fun family day!

Trick-or-Treaters These are the shops that will be handing out treats during Fall Festival: Boca Bistro, The Clothesline, Next Summer, The Candy Co, Impressions of Saratoga, G. Willikers, The MINE, Saratoga Salsa and Spice, Mountain Man Outfitters, Violet’s and Stella’s, Compliments to the Chef, Aggie Mullaney, Mimosa, Cudney’s Cleaners, Northshire Bookstore, Ravenous, Saratoga Saddlery, Flores Gallery, Pro Nails, Eddie Bauer, Fox Jewelers, Anastasia Photography, Silverwood Gallery, The Paddock, Encounter, Javier’s Nuevo Latio Cuisine, The Saratoga Hilton, Crafter’s Gallery, Magic Moon, DeJonghe Jewelers, A Silver Breeze, Saratoga Olive Oil Co, Rainas

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Photos by Susan Farnsworth.

Fall Festival pumpkin rolling contest.

Alan Edstrum Magic.

Bean bag toss at Impressions.

Boca Bistro giving out goodies.

Balloon making at GWillikers.

Costume Parade.

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Don’t Throw a Tantrum—Just Go!

Fresh off Bruno Mars tour, Leno and Conan, Fitz & the Tantrums make local stop

by Arthur Gonick Saratoga TODAY CLIFTON PARK — Call this the no-brainer pick of the week, kids.

Generally, when deciding what

to feature in Pulse each issue, I usually employ a complicated algorithm that balances demographic information, geography, genre, art form and timing.

Other times, I go with the “If it’s

Fitz & the Tantrums – Provided

Inside the West Wing SARATOGA SPRINGS— The Jewish Community Center of Saratoga Springs and Congregation Shaara Tfille will host a ‘Live from NY’s 92nd St. Y’ satellite broadcast on Sunday, November 3 at 2 p.m.

The program will feature Robert Gibbs and Ari Fleischer.

Attendees will get to go inside the West Wing with two men who gave voice to America’s last two presidents—Gibbs and Fleischer, the first White House press secretaries for President Barack Obama and President George W. Bush.

The event will consist of stories and candid reflection about the nation’s leadership moderated by former chief White House correspondent Ben Feller, who covered both presidents for The Associated Press.

Gibbs was a top advisor to

President Obama for nearly a decade and senior advisor for his 2012 reelection. As press secretary to President Obama, Gibbs served as the primary voice of the administration on every major issue that came across the Presidents’ desk.

Fleischer was former the White House press secretary for President Bush and delivered the daily White House briefings from 2001 to 2003. In his four years working for President Bush he dealt with 9/11, two wars and the anthrax attack.

His best-selling book, Taking Heat reached No. 7 on the New York Times best-seller list.

The entire community is welcome. The Center is at 84 Weibel Avenue, Saratoga Springs. The cost is $5 per person with refreshments provided. For more information, call (518) 584-2370 or email saratogajcc@verizon.net.

Ari Fleischer.

Robert Gibbs.

good enough for Jay and Conan (let alone profiles in those niche publications The New York Times and Esquire), it’s good enough for me” rule.

Fresh off appearances on those two late-nighters, as well as the nation’s largest ballrooms and venues, the Bright Futures Tour blasts into Upstate Concert Hall next Tuesday.

Headlining the show is LA-based Electra recording artists Fitz & the Tantrums. The sextet, which was on the last Bruno Mars tour, is now leading a cavalcade which includes Capital Cities and Beat Club through the U.S. They are touring in support of their second album (first on Electra) called More Than Just A Dream.

Contained within that is the megamodern rock smash Out of My League, a single which was designated

a “Best of the Week” by USA Today, noting the song as “a colorfully catchy piece of 80s-inspired soul-pop”.

Often, I grow leery of bands that cross, or in some cases mash-up genres as just a transparent attempt to widen their appeal but end up diluting their final product and satisfying no one. Yet throughout, More Than Just A Dream is distinctive for its brazen with verve and vivacity, demonstrating all the drama and passion of the band’s famed live shows.

Those shows are distinguished by charged back-and-forth action between co-lead vocalists Fitz and Noelle Scaggs, backed by power of The Tantrums in full flight. More Than Just A Dream is the sound of a great band taking it right to the edge.

Capital Cities has accumulated several international festival credits.

The Bright Futures Tour Fitz & the Tantrums with Capital Cities /Beat Club Tuesday, October 29, 6:30 p.m.

Upstate Concert Hall 1208 New York 146, Clifton Park (518) 371-0012 Their debut full-length release, In a Tidal Wave of Mystery in June of this year was on Capitol Records/Lazy Hooks label.

Prior to the show Tuesday at Upstate Concert Hall, Fitz & the Tantrums will be appearing on the CBS Morning Show (check local listings) on Saturday, October 26. That ought to wake up several neighborhoods from coast to coast.

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Week of October 25 – November 1, 2013

Don’t Wait Tutu Long For Tea Tix! Photo by Deborah Neary

SARATOGA SPRINGS- Don’t say we didn’t warn you.

SPAC’s annual Nutcracker Tea is always a sellout. And chances are, unless you are reading this with your first Friday coffee, tickets are already on sale.

Saratoga Performing Arts Center’s Nutcracker Tea will take

place on Sunday, November 17.

There will be two seating’s, at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. The event features a special one-hour performance of the beloved classic holiday ballet, The Nutcracker by the Northeast Ballet Company. Other highlights include an elaborate English Tea with mini sandwiches, cookies and other

delicacies, holiday photos, a raffle and gift for each child attending.

Tickets are $60 for adults and $25 for children and can be purchased online at spac.org or by contacting Linda Deschenes at (518) 584-9330, ext. 115. They go on sale at 10 a.m. on Friday, October 25.

Skidmore Orchestra to Present Russian Masters for Children and Adults Featuring ‘Peter and the Wolf ’

Conductor Anthony Holland leads the Skidmore College Orchestra. Photo Provided.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Skidmore College Orchestra will present a program of music

by Russian masters when during its first concert of the academic year at 8 p.m. on Saturday, October 26, in the college’s Arthur Zankel Music Center.

The program highlight will be Prokofiev’s Peter and the Wolf, which has helped introduce generations of children to the instruments of the orchestra and the concept of telling a story through music, fulfilling the goal Prokofiev set for himself in 1936.

Featured Skidmore student performers include Hannah Emmery (clarinet) as “the cat,” Katie Murphy (flute) as the “heroically brave bird,” Jared Herman (bassoon) as “the grandfather”

and student horn players Liz Estey , Brendan Sullivan and Natalie Linton representing the “dangerous wolf.” Timpanist David Slitzky ‘14 will dramatically announce the sounds of the forest hunters. Guest narrator will be Lary Opitz, professor and chair of Skidmore Theater Department.

Other selections to be performed include Stravinsky’s Circus Polka for a Young Elephant, which was originally composed for the Ringling Brothers circus in 1942 as a ballet for elephants and Shostakovich’s Symphony No. 5 (Movements I and II) The Skidmore College Orchestra is a semi-professional orchestra whose members include students joining

top players from several regional professional orchestras. The program emphasizes students in the most important orchestral positions and featured on solos. The combination of professional and student players creates an exciting synergy and a concert atmosphere for players and audience members alike.

Anthony G. Holland, associate professor of music directs the orchestra.

Admission for the concert is free for Skidmore students, $8 adults and $5 seniors.

For advance reservations and information visit www.skidmore. edu/zankel. The Zankel Music Center is wheelchair accessible and offers listening devices for the hearing impaired.

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Week of October 25 – November 1, 2013

Awesome Irons

by Fred Fruisen Saratoga TODAY When I am giving lessons to new students, more times than not I have to adjust how far or close they stand to the ball when they are hitting their irons. Almost always I find golfers stand too far away, so let’s focus our attention on that.

Most golfers don’t have a clear understanding of what is correct.

They just do what is comfortable.

Their arms, especially the right arm on right-handed golfers, are rigid and locked in a stiff, un-athletic manner.

This is one of the root causes of poor swing mechanics. Extending the arms so far away from the body creates a myriad of problems.

“Reaching,” as I call it, throws everything off—it changes the optimum swing plane, which creates a poor swing-path; it throws your balance

off and makes it difficult to make solid, consistent contact with your irons.

In addition to that, being too far away from the ball and over-extending your arms actually reduces your club-head speed so you won’t hit the ball as far and certainly not as straight.

Your address position is the foundation for the entire golf swing and if you begin in an improper position, you greatly decrease the odds of hitting a good golf shot.

Hopefully this photograph will explain and make it easy for you to understand how to get into a proper set-up position. It’s pretty simple. I really only look for one thing: I want to see the toes, the butt end of the grip and the center of the shoulder on the same vertical line.

If those three things are touching that line, you’ll be in great shape!

I know, when hitting a ball your view isn’t from the same angle as shown in the photo, so how do you know if you are set up properly?

All you have to do is let your arms hang straight down. Don’t reach.

There needs to be a little softness in the right arm. If you set up like this, you’ll find a lot of your swing issues will be diminished. Many of you will feel, at first that you are standing too close to the ball but I can assure you, you are not. If you feel that way it’s because you got into a bad habit and

were too far away from the ball to begin with.

As Byron Nelson said, “You can never stand too close to the ball.”

I find that many older golfers I have given lessons to don’t have their hands on this vertical line. Want to know why? Because as many men age, their bellies gets bigger. As the belly grows bigger, the arms naturally reach more away from the body because their gut is in the way.

Hey, no shame, it happened to me too.

Again, this causes the swing plane to change and golfers then will swing more with their arms and less with their torso, and that’s the reason many of you wonder why you don’t play golf as well or hit the ball as far as you used to. If you are conscious of this fact and do a little maintenance and make sure you are not “reaching,” you can continue playing awesome golf even though your body is no longer so awesome.

Remember, this relates to irons only. With your hybrids and woods, your arms need to extend away from the body somewhat because the clubs are longer and you hit these clubs with more of a sweeping motion.

Try this and your swing will feel more fluid and athletic. Your path will be better. Your contact will be better.

The ball will fly longer and straighter.

You’ll once again get that great feeling of hitting your irons in the sweet spot.

The coachofgolf is shutting it

down for the year. Thanks to everyone for the great response and a special thanks to Saratoga TODAY for giving me a forum to share with you. I’ll be back in March of 2014.

If you have ideas for future articles you’d like me to address, please email me at fruisen@gmail.com.

In the meantime, have a blessed

holiday season.

Fred Fruisen is the coachofgolf. Fruisen is a PGA Professional and the head golf coach at Skidmore College in Saratoga Springs. For more lessons, go to the website coachofgolf.com. For personal instruction, call (518) 565-7350.

Saratoga Springs to Host US AmCup Speedskating Meet SARATOGA SPRINGS — Top speedskaters from across the nation will gather at the Weibel Avenue Ice Rink November 2-3 for the 2013 U.S. America’s Cup Short Track Meet.

Races begin on Saturday afternoon, with the finals being held from 6–8 p.m. Saturday evening.

Tickets are on sale for $5, which includes a chance to win a new X-Box One. In addition to the AmCup, a local ability meet will also be held in the morning.

“This will be a fun, competitive weekend featuring Olympic

hopefuls and strong local talent,” said Paul Ripchik, President of Saratoga Winter Club.

This event is one of the highlevel events leading up to the Olympic trials, held December 27 through January 5 in Salt Lake City.

Local competitors include nationally ranked Katy Toth, as well Katie Ralston and Stephen Meyer.

Former five-time Olympian and current Saratoga coach Amy Peterson Peck will also be on hand to coach and cheer on the skating.

Saratoga Winter Club has

produced numerous Olympians since its founding in 1888.

Olympic skaters include Moria D’Andrea, Kristen Talbot, David Tamborino and Erin Porter in the 1990s. The Saratoga Winter Club’s winning tradition continued as Trevor Marsicano brought home a silver medal from the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver.

The 2014 Olympic Winter Games will be held in Sochi, Russia from February 7-23. There are 12 spots on the Olympic Short Track team, six for men and six for women.

Nationally ranked Katy Toth, 15, is one of the local competitors who will compete at the Weibel Avenue Ice Rink November 2-3 for the U.S. America’s Cup Short Track Meet. Photo provided.

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Week of October 25 – November 1, 2013

Community Sports Bulletin No. 1 South Glens Falls Advances in Sectionals

Bulldogs Claim First-Round Bye

SOUTH GLENS FALLS — After clinching its first Foothills Council title in 24 years, South Glens Falls field hockey capitalized on a No. 1 seed in the Section II Class B playoffs by taking down No. 8 Ichabod Crane, 5-0, Tuesday.

Nicole Crawford, Kelsey Baldwin, Olivia Higgins, Katie Washburn and Emily Sharpe all scored for the Bulldogs (11-5), as they shutout the Riders to advance to the semifinals.

The Bulldogs are carrying momentum from last Thursday’s council-clincher over powerhouse Johnstown, which featured a Washburn 1v1 goal for the win in overtime.

The combination of the speedy Washburn and team-leader in goals, Emily Sharpe, will Emily Sharpe be needed as the Bulldogs will now host No. 4 Glens Falls, who defeated No. 5 Emma Willard.

That game will start at 3 p.m. for a shot at the Section II crown the following Sunday, November 3, at Schuylerville.

“I’m just really proud and so thrilled for this group because they stuck with it, worked hard and they’re great kids,” said Ponda, who coached the group as the modi- Bulldogs’ senior Brian Scimeca dribbles through traffic, October 16 against Glens Falls. Photo by MarkBoles.com fied coach when the girls were in seventh and eighth grade as well.

SOUTH GLENS FALLS — Announced Tuesday, South Glens Falls soccer is the No. 2 seed in boys’ Section II Class A tournament, earning a firstround bye.

The Bulldogs await to host the winner of No. 7 Scotia and No. 10 Amsterdam at 7 p.m.

Saturday.

Last Saturday, October 19, the combination of a Bulldogs’ 5-0 win over Gloversville and Queensbury’s 4-3 double overtime loss to BroadalbinPerth gave South Glens Falls (12-2, Foothills, 12-4 overall) sole possession of the Foothills crown.

Schuylerville Soccer Programs Both Head Into Sectionals With Wasaren Titles

Garrett Wysocki

Send your sports stories or briefs to Brian Cremo, Sports Editor at brian@saratoga publishing.com

SCHUYLERVILLE — Both the Schuylerville boys’ and girls’ teams finished the regular season with a Wasaren League title. Next stop: sectionals.

The conference championship is the first in program history for the girls, who capped off the season with a 5-0 win over Greenwich last Thursday, October 17, to stay one game ahead of Hoosick Falls. Victoria Huff had two to goals in the game for the Black Horses (11-1-0 Wasaren, 12-2-0 overall), while Madeline Nevins had a goal and an assist.

Receiving a first round bye, the girls (No. 3 seed) will play No. 6 Coxsackie, who beat No. 11 Ravena on Wednesday, 4-0 in the Section II Class BB playoffs opening round.

That quarterfinal game will be played today in Schuylerville at 3 p.m.

The Class BB semifinals will follow Monday before the final on October 31, in Lansingburgh at 6:30 p.m.

The boys entered the Section II Class B tournament as the No. 4 seed against No. 13 Tamarac last night (Game at 7 p.m. after press time). A win would place the Black Horses (10-0-2, 12-1-3) in the quarterfinals against the winner of No. 5 Coxsackie and No. 12 Corinth at home at 7 p.m.

Schuylerville’s 4-1 win over Greenwich on October 18 clinched the Wasaren League title, as Charlie Henle, Jose Mendoza, Corwin Ackerman and Patrick Castle all scored.

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day, it’s going to be rapid fire and a long day for the volunteers. We don’t have any time to spare.”

The Charles has upwards of 300,000 people in attendance annually, in addition to about 10,000 coaches and athletes from all over the world, while the Head of the Fish is expecting between 10-15,000 people total.

Up 400 entries from last year, the Head of the Fish is sure to be packed with rivalries from morning to dusk on both Saturday and Sunday.

As for Sunday’s junior competition, the SRA girls’ varsity eight that came in seventh last weekend will have another shot at one of the clubs that finished just seconds before them—Community Rowing Incorporated from Boston, who will be bringing 220 participants to Fish Creek.

“We’re really excited,” said SRA coach Eric Catalano. “(CRI) beat us by just a second or two. They’re going to be here this weekend. But they were racing us on their home water and they edged us out, so we’re hoping we can beat them on

our home water.”

The Wayland-Weston crew team from Massachusetts, who has also developed a rivalry with SRA, will also be in town.

“A lot of times we’ll lose to CRI on their home water, or some of these other programs,” Chase said.

“A little motivation always helps.

When we have a boathouse and they don’t on the other side, you add up all those things and it’s happened quite a bit that we’ve beaten teams who we lost to the week before. On our home water, we know when we can sprint and the other teams are sort of guessing a little bit.”

Along with the girls’ eight who medaled with the seventh place finish last weekend, the girls’ four finished fourth, despite a minor collision in the last quarter of the race. After last years eight won SRA’s first ever gold medal, this year marked the first time the girls medaled in two separate events, while multiple boys boats also qualified for next year.

“We’ve had a pretty good streak for the girls’ team of staying in the top 10 percent of the crews,”

Chase said.

Another aspect of the event to keep in mind is the landscape of the course. While teams had to pace themselves at the 3-mile Charles, the Head of the Fish features a 2-mile race with just one turn.

“You’re going to see people just letting it rip and pulling on it because the race is over quicker,” Chase said. “It’s one less mile and they can really unleash. There’s going to be some furious sprinting going on, so it’s going to be a long sprint is what it’s going to be.”

It’s fitting that this year’s Head of the Fish is set to be the largest, as it is also one of the largest teams SRA has ever fielded, with 180 junior athletes alone.

The boys’ team has the most rowers it has ever had.

Coaches and coxswains will met at 6:30 a.m. each day before launching at 7:20 a.m. and racing at 8 a.m. Saturday will kick off with collegiate/adult racing, before the juniors take the water Sunday.

“We have great colleges coming in,” Chase said. “On top of that we have more colleges, so that’s starting

to expand quite a bit,” Big school’s from the Northeast, such as Boston College, Syracuse University and the University of Connecticut are making the trip.

There will also be past and current national team members in attendance on Saturday, including Cohoes native Austin Meyer, 23, who was once with the Shaker Rowing Association and continued his rowing career at Harvard University.

“We have so many good teams coming,” Chase said. “If you look at the results of Charles and then you see what teams were on the

water and then you look at ours, a huge number of them are here. Two weekends in a row of tremendous competition.”

The races are scheduled to wrap up at 5 p.m. on both days, with about an hour or so of daylight left over if need be.

“I’m just appreciative of all the families and people who have volunteered to make this great,” Chase said.

“You can’t pull of something of this size without that. The community coming together to make this happen…there’s hundreds of people here that make this happen.”

older population. Getting out and doing things is as important as going to the gym. According to the American College of Sports Medicine, by the year 2030, the number of individuals in the United States 65 years and over will reach 70 million, and people 85 years and older will be the fastest growing segment of the population.

Some facts that we all need to know: Muscle mass decreases with age. Beginning in the fourth decade of life, adults lose 3–5 percent of muscle mass and every 10 years that increases, after age 50, another 1–2 percent.

The misconception of doing workouts, related to building muscle, is associated with body building versus weight training— not the same. Weight training is a method of toning muscle and it’s never too late to build muscle using weights. It’s just like walking. When you walk you are reinforcing the motors that keep you fit, like your leg muscles, joints, ligaments, lungs and most importantly, your heart. If you say that’s not weight training, I disagree.

You’re using muscles that will go flat if you’re just sitting on the

couch watching TV. Your body is a motorized vehicle that needs to be set in motion, daily, to keep its function working properly.

Life style changes are necessary for good health. Let’s face it; most of us are carrying around some extra baggage, while some of us are flirting with being obese.

I’m not being critical—just informative of what we either fail to realize or just refuse to accept.

Here is an example of what having extra weight can do just to your knees. Extra pounds means more stress on the knees.

According to Dr. Patience White, a rheumatologist and spokesperson for “The Arthritis Foundation,” there is abundant evidence that losing weight and regular exercise are the most effective treatments available for osteoarthritis pain (noted in a study relating to the use of glucosamine and chondroitin).

White says, “It’s quite striking, if you lose only 5 pounds, you’re talking about the equivalent of 20 pounds of less stress across those knees, so you can imagine it would make quite a difference.”

Now do the math. If you lose

25 pounds, that adds up to 100 pounds of less stress on those knees.

Dr. White also points out that there are an estimated 27 million Americans who suffer from osteoarthritis of the knee or hip.

Then perhaps you’ve tried the nutritional supplements glucosamine and chondroitin that have been marketed for at least 20 years as an aid for joint pain. Do they help? She says maybe for horses and dogs, but for humans the researchers say the results don’t match the testimonials you hear in the ads.

Here’s a fact: no matter your age or physical condition, you can benefit from exercise. This isn’t about beating yourself up with weight training or strenuous workouts in the gym. There are many easy ways to keep yourself and your body moving to improve your health. Exercise helps older people maintain or lose weight.

Try walking for 30 minutes a day. That would be a good start.

Exercise also reduces the effects of illness and chronic disease. It enhances mobility, flexibility, and believe it or not, balance in older adults. Also, exercise improves

sleep, mood, self-confidence and to sum it up, it’s good for the brain.

If you’re thinking about exercising to shape up because you have been inspired by this column, make sure you get medical clearance. You need to learn to take it slow and know what your limitations are and how you need to recognize symptoms from doing too much too soon.

Get started on a gradual routine and build on that. When you take off excess weight and start feeling some muscle strength, while noticing that you are able to breathe better, walk stronger and feel pretty damn good. This is real stuff and it takes determination and will to want to get to a goal of good to excellent health.

I totally recommend trying to make some changes, and if you’re a smoker, part of the work is dropping that killer habit. Remember what I said about the stress of the extra pounds that you put on your joints. If you do this, you are the winner and you can be proud of the accomplishment, but mostly look at what you’ve done for your health.

That’s the real victory and it’s a never ending process!

The SRA girls varsity four look to capitalize on last week’s Head of the Charles. Photo

by Deborah Neary.

To My Senior Friends: Get in Shape, Stay Healthy

by Damian Fantauzzi for Saratoga TODAY It used to be that when a person hit the age of 50 they were considered old. There are some new clichés that have modernized older people as being more youthful. Examples like, 50 is the new 30 or 70 is the new 50, statements that reassure our aging population that being older is not the end of an active life style.

What does it mean to be in that active mode in the later years of life? Simply put, it means just that—be active.

Many programs have come into existence because the fact is that our country now has a much

Week of October 25 – November 1, 2013

Blue Streaks Aim to Lock Down Williams, Thompson

by Brian Cremo Saratoga TODAY SARATOGA SPRINGS — Saratoga Springs football and head coach Terry Jones are hosting their first playoff game since 2010.

But going up against La Salle Institute tonight, the No. 2Blue Streaks (5-1 Empire Division, 6-1 overall) are hoping to avoid the way 2010 ended, a 34-27 ousting against Niskayuna in the quarterfinals.

Although No. 3 La Salle (3-2 Liberty Division, 4-3) was stomped in the military school matchup with the Christian Brothers Academy last week, 70-7, Saratoga Springs knows they are steal dealing with the second leading passer in Section II. The 6-foot-3-inch Will Williams.

Williams finished the regular season as the leader in passing touchdowns. He was also second with 1,438 yards passing, just 205 yards behind Guilderland’s Frank Gallo (with 51 less passing attempts).

But the Streaks’ defense was successful in last week’s 31-18 win over Guilderland, containing Gallo to less than 200 yards for just the second time this season, while forcing three picks.

“If LaSalle runs a quirky offense where they try to throw us off with their formations, I think we have to stay home, read and react and I think we’ll be able to stop them just as well as CBA did last week,” said Saratoga Springs running back Jordan Wilcox.

Williams’ main target is receiver Dylan Thompson, who caught 14 of Williams’ 17 touchdown passes and finished with 752 receiving yards (Section II leader in both categories).

Offensively, the Blue Streaks know what they’re going to do and so does La Salle. They’re going to run. Sixth overall in Section II rushing, Saratoga Springs doesn’t hesitate to let the opposition know the ground game is on its way.

It’s just a matter of which weapon in the arsenal will have the ball, whether it’s Wilcox, sophomore standout Dakota Harvey, or the Utah-native quarterback Jake Eglintine, who has proven himself as part of the Streaks’ triple threat on the ground all season.

“Teams know that we’re going to run, but we just do it so well with the size of our backs it’s hard for them to stop it,” Wilcox said. “It’s tough for teams to just key on one

of us. You can’t stop all three.”

Part of that success has come from the offensive line. Bigger up front this year, the Streaks have overpowered teams in the trenches. But even when they have been undersized, such as last week against the Dutchmen, holes have been opened up.

After that, and a broken tackle or two, it’s all “green,” said Wilcox.

Wilcox said his ultimate goal is to have the same result as the 2009 Blue Streaks, who capitalized on an undefeated Empire Division season with a Section II Class AA title, after a 31-7 win over Ballston Spa. Riding the momentum of three straight convincing wins (outscoring opponents 109-38), the Blue Streaks enter Friday as one of only three 6-1 teams (CBA, Shaker).

“It shows a lot of determination,” Wilcox said. “We had a tough loss against CBA and bounced back against Bethlehem and just had momentum.

We have a lot of things going well for us heading into this first playoff game.”

This season, the Blue Streaks averaged 44 points at home.

Tonight’s game starts at 7 p.m. for a chance at a semifinal berth against the winner of No. 4E Shenendehowa and No. 1L Shaker.

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The No. 2 Blue Streaks start the Section II Class AA tournament at home against No. 3 La Salle, as Saratoga Springs looks for its first home playoff win since 2009. Photo by Deborah Neary.