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City Votes Down 2 AM Bar Closing Time; Tables Salary Increase for Deputy Commissioners

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

A Public Hearing on a proposed amendment that threatened to revoke the permits of bars and cabarets should their patrons become engaged in any criminal offense after 2 a.m. was staged immediately prior to the City Council’s Dec. 6 meeting. The Public Hearing, nearly one-hour

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long, contained many voices both in support of, and in opposition to the proposed amendment.

The council ultimately voted down the proposal 3-2 with Mayor Ron Kim and Public Safety Commissioner Jim Montagnino in favor of the measure, and Commissioners Jason Golub, Dillon Moran, and Minita Sanghvi voting against it.

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History OF SARATOGA The Spirit of Hides-Franklin Spring

Although the mineral springs that made Ballston Spa famous in the late 1700s were surpassed in importance by the industries of the 1800s, several of them were retubed and became part of the manufacturing interests of the village well into the twentieth century. Some mineral springs quickly failed, others were opened to the public, and still others were bottled and sold around the country.

Perhaps the most successful bottling operation involved the Hides-Franklin Spring. This business is probably one of the few in the country to be founded by a spirit. A Ballston Spa blacksmith and member of the Spiritualist Society named Samuel Hides purchased a farm on Malta Avenue between Hyde Boulevard and Columbia Avenue. One of his friends and fellow Spiritualists, Milton resident John Mitchell, told him that Benjamin Franklin’s spirit said to drill a well on the property that would someday be “for the healing of a nation.”

Hides dutifully hired the Artesian Well Company to start drilling a well where Franklin told him.

After about a year of effort, water began gushing forth when the drill reached a depth of 715 feet, with an initial gas pressure of 145 pounds per square inch and a continuous flow of 300 gallons of water per hour. In the summer of 1868, Hides and Mitchell brought Elisha Comstock in as a financial backer with one-third interest.

With this funding, Hides organized the Franklin Spring Company in 1870 to bottle and ship the mineral water across the country. After Hides passed away in 1888 the spring fell into disuse for a time, but a few years later was “rediscovered” and went on to be bottled for several more decades. Hides’ son-in-law Abijah Comstock, who married Hides’ only surviving daughter Adaline, was a long-time proprietor of the company and renamed it the Comstock Spring in 1897.

An analysis of the water showed that it contained large quantities of sodium, lime, and magnesium, and smaller quantities of potassium. Advertisements for the

water in the early 1900s claimed that “no mineral water ever yet discovered by man possesses such quantities of reliable salts, and in such exact proportions, as this water, nor can any compound or even imitation compare with it.”

The company listed many testimonials as to the curative properties of the water. George Woodworth of Troy was supposedly quoted as saying, “In the year 1884, I was sick with dropsy and kidney trouble for over seven months. Both my doctors gave me up to die. I was advised to drink your water, which I did and took no other medicine. The first week I lost 13 pounds, and in a couple of months I was well and have been ever since.”

Myron Rose of Mechanic Street testified that he was cured of kidney and liver troubles within one month of beginning a regimen of the spring water.

After Comstock’s death the business was operated by the Sowle brothers, who introduced flavorings to the carbonated water. The most successful use of the spring came in 1927 when a company called Natural Mineral Waters of Saratoga County, comprised of the two surviving Sowle brothers (Wilbur and Walter) and several other businessmen took over. The firm was headed by Fred Hoyt, an internationally known yacht enthusiast and naval designer. Once some improvements were made to the spring and machinery, the company began to manufacture ginger ale and assorted flavored sodas such as lemon sour, birch beer, sarsaparilla, orangeade, and chocolate. The soda was said to be “an absolutely pure cathartic water aiding the liver and kidneys.” Charles Dake, future founder of Stewart’s Shops, was President, Fred Streever of Streever Lumber was Vice President, and Percy Dake was the Secretary and Treasurer. The bottling plant operated in a beautiful circular stone building 80 feet in diameter. The Ballston Journal described the construction as “reminiscent of ancient days and suggestive of the 700foot deep well beneath it. Its drink hall is of massive beams,

hand hewn from local cut native chinquapin chestnut, now about extinct, and is wainscoted with great stone fossils from the dawn of the earth’s organic life taken from the cryptozoic ledges made famous by Lester’s Park and Ritchie’s Petrified Gardens. When the valve of No. 1 well is turned on, the massive stone bottling house vibrates perceptibly as the deep-seated gas and water emerge through the five-inch rock bore and the piped pressure is often above 150 pounds per square inch. The greatest care is needed in seating the artificial hydraulic seals as on two occasions literally tons of pipe have been projected hundreds of feet into the air.”

A 1930 New York State legislative study of the principal springs in the state put the Hides-Franklin at the top of the list, stating it “leads all the rest.” The spring was reported to have the highest sustained gas pressure of any spring in the area at 110 pounds per square inch. The next highest pressure in Ballston was only 25 pounds per square inch. In 1941 the company manufactured one million bottles of naturally carbonated water which included the Spa Vichy and Hides-Franklin brands and several fruited flavors. The various bottling companies of the spring enjoyed great success for about 40 years, but updated scientific data likely discounted such medicinal claims that had been taken at face value years before. Natural Mineral Waters declared bankruptcy in 1959 and the unique (some may say priceless) building was torn down to make room for residential development.

Timothy Starr has published 20 books on local history in Saratoga County and the Capital District and is a former board member of the Saratoga County Historical Society.

$274K Local Award for Alzheimer’s Detection Project, Tonko Announces

ALBANY — Congressman Paul Tonko this week announced that Early Alzheimer’s Diagnostics LLC of Glenmont has been awarded a National Science Foundation (NSF) grant totaling $274,713 for a project to develop saliva screening tests that can detect Alzheimer’s disease before the onset of devastating symptoms such as memory loss.

“Far too many Americans

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have experienced the devastating impact of Alzheimer’s. Early diagnosis can have a major impact on ensuring access to treatments and vastly improving quality of life for patients and their families,” Tonko said, in a statement.

Earlier this year, the congressman announced a $306,974 award for Early Alzheimer’s Diagnostics to support research on new screenings based on blood spectroscopy.

Saratoga Springs Heritage Area Visitor Center Kicks-Off Annual Mitten Tree Program

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

The Saratoga Springs Heritage Area Visitor Center has launched their annual Mitten Tree Program.

Ongoing through Saturday, Dec. 31, members of the local community are invited to contribute warm winter wear to the Visitor Center Mitten Tree located at 297 Broadway in Saratoga Springs. All donations will benefit the following organizations: CAPTAIN Community Human Services, Franklin Community Center, and Shelters of Saratoga.

Instead of ornaments or lights, the tree is decorated with warm winter items such as hats, scarves, gloves, and of course, mittens. If you’d like to donate, the Visitor Center asks that you hang new or handmade items upon the tree.

Visitor Center hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, visit www.discoversaratoga.org/ saratoga-springs-visitor-center.

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

Continuing its efforts to better the communities it serves, Healthy Living has committed to giving back this year, with the help of shoppers, through its “Together We Can Help” program.

By rounding up purchases to the next dollar, Healthy Living shoppers have contributed to a number of local nonprofit organizations serving Saratoga Springs and South Burlington and Williston in Vermont.

Those roundups, along with matches from Healthy Living, totaled $91,146.56 as of Dec. 1.

“Being the recipient of the generosity of Healthy Living Market and their customers is an

honor for our all-volunteer charity,” Mark Mulholland, president and founder of donation recipient Kelly’s Angels, said. “The funds from the round-up campaign will enable us to help local children who have lost a parent or sibling to cancer or other illness or who are battling a life-threatening condition to smile through memorymaking Fun Grants and pursue advanced education through college scholarships.”

Recipient organizations include: Things of My Very Own (Schenectady), Kelly’s Angels, Inc. (Wilton), Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation (Saratoga Springs), Williston Community Food Shelf (Williston, VT), South

Burlington Food Shelf (South Burlington, VT), Lund (South Burlington, VT), Sara Holbrook Community Center (Burlington, VT) and Intervale Center (Burlington, VT)

For more information, visit healthylivingmarket.com.

Cindi L. Cardella

GANSEVOORT — Cindi L. Cardella of Gansevoort peacefully passed away on Nov. 13, 2022.

A memorial service for friends and family was held at the Gansevoort Firehouse, 1870 State Route 32N, Gansevoort, NY, Friday, Nov. 25, 2022.

Online remembrances may be made at burkefuneralhome.com

Agnes Endres

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Agnes Endres (née Conley) passed on Tuesday, December

6. Calling hours 5-8, 12/9/2022 at Burke Funeral Home. Mass

11a.m., 12/10/22 Church of St. Peter followed by burial St. Peter’s Cemetery. Memorial donations to Saratoga Hospital Foundation Palliative Care Program, 211 Church Street, Saratoga Springs. saratogahospitalfoundation.org. www.burkefuneralhome.com

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Deborah Lee (Evans) Graham

SAN ANGELO, TEXAS — Deborah Lee (Evans) Graham died on November 30 in San Angelo Texas. A funeral service was December 5 at Harper Funeral Home San Angelo. Burial was in Saratoga National Cemetery. Arrangements with Burke Funeral Home, 628 N. Broadway, Saratoga Springs. Condolences may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com

Dr. Barbara Morris

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Dr. Barbara Morris, 72, formerly of Malta, died Friday morning, December 2, 2022 at Saratoga Hospital. Public visitation was Wednesday, December 7, 2022 at Burke Funeral Home. Burial is private. Memorial donations to March of Dimes, National MS Society, or the American Cancer Society. Online remembrances at www.burkefuneralhome.com

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CENTEREACH, NY — Mary Alice (Hill) Hibbert, 96, formerly from Saratoga Springs, died 12/5/2022 following several courageous struggles with leukemia. Calling hours are 4-7 p.m., 12/27 at Burke Funeral Home. Memorial service 11 a.m., 12/28 at United Methodist Church, followed by burial at Saratoga National Cemetery. Memorial donations to American Cancer Society. burkefuneralhome.com

SARATOGA COURT

Michael R. Andrews, 40, of Brooklyn, pleaded Nov. 28 to criminal possession of a controlled substance in the third-degree, a felony, first charged February 2022 in Wilton. Sentencing Feb. 10.

Justin D. Wells, 33, of Schenectady, pleaded Nov. 22 to criminal possession of stolen property, first charged November 2021 in Halfmoon. Sentencing Jan. 24.

Jared Ellis, 31, of Glens Falls, pleaded Nov. 22 to felony burglary, first charged in March in Providence. Sentencing Jan. 17.

Michael S. Andrews, 26, of Saratoga Springs, was sentenced Nov. 22 to 1-1/2 to 3 years’ incarceration, after pleading to criminal possession of a firearm, a felony, first charged in Milton June 2022.

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Larry Deliveneri, 54, of Saratoga Springs, was charged Nov. 27 with criminal contempt and grand larceny.

Daniel Clarke, 62, of Saratoga Springs, was charged Nov. 26 with criminal mischief, menacing, assault, criminal possession of a weapon, and acting in manner to injure child.

Stephanie Shriner, 43, of Saratoga Springs, was charged Nov. 26 with assault and criminal possession of a weapon.

Tyler Smith, 20, of Warrensburg, was charged Nov. 25 with criminal possession of stolen property.

Christopher Landry, 24, of Saratoga Springs, was charged Nov. 24 with aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle.

Ryan Dalbey, 30, of Saratoga Springs, was charged Nov. 24 with DWI, aggravated DWI and refusal to take a breath test.

Paul Dudka, 52, of Saratoga Springs, was charged Nov. 25 with DWI.

Ryan Melchionda, 31, of Saratoga Springs, was charged Nov. 25 with DWI, obstruct governmental administration, criminal possession of a weapon, failure to keep right.

William Callahan, 23, of Stillwater, was charged Nov. 23 with criminal possession of a controlled substance.

Gwendolyn Gholson, 45, was charged Nov. 22 with aggravated unlicensed operation, operating motor vehicle without insurance, and moving from lane unsafely.

Matthew Scott, 40, of West Ave., was charged Nov. 22 with Hate Crime/assault in the seconddegree. The charge regards an intent, or cause of a physical injury to a person who is 65 years of age or older, when the actor is more than 10 years younger than such person.

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Maurice M. Trichilo, 33, of Albany, and Dwayne J. Cooper, 35, of Troy, were each charged Nov. 18 with felony criminal possession of a controlled substance, following a narcotics operation in the Town of Ballston. They are accused of possessing a large quantity of cocaine following

a vehicle stop and roadside investigation, where approximately 260 grams of cocaine was seized, according to the county sheriff’s department.

William E. Bounds, 37, of Malta, was charged Nov. 30 with the failure to change address within 10 days as a sex offender.

On Nov. 23, members of the Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Unit arrested Caitlin Pruess after a lengthy investigation of drug trafficking within Saratoga County. Pruess is accused of possessing and selling quantities of crack/ cocaine, heroin, fentanyl, and crystal methamphetamine throughout Saratoga County. A search warrant was executed by the Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office Special Operations Team, Narcotics Unit, and South Glens Falls Police Department in the Village of South Glens Falls. Multiple subjects were located within the residence and were additionally charged. Caitlin M. Pruess, 30, of South Glens Falls, was charged with multiple felony and misdemeanors

related to criminal possession of a controlled substance and criminal sale of a controlled substance, in addition to one count criminally using drug paraphernalia. Multiple counts of criminal possession of a controlled substance were also charged to: Zachary E. King, 33, of South Glens Falls, Brendan J. Pulica, 38, of Warrensburg, Bobbie J. Demgerd, 42, of Glens Falls, Patricia P. Sexton, 37, of Glens Falls, Rachel M. Cenate, 32, of Hudson Falls, and Auriel B. Daab, 30, of Warrensburg.

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On Nov. 22, at about 11:18 p.m., State Police of Wilton responded to a crash in the parking lot of Fitzgeralds Steakhouse in Moreau. The investigation determined a vehicle driven by Shawn F. Van Vranken, 25, of Glens Falls, struck a parked car while attempting to leave the location. Van Vranken was charged with DWI and other Vehicle and Traffic Law violations. He was transported to Wilton for processing, where he recorded a 0.18% BAC.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

A Reckless Presser

I am a retired FBI Agent who resides in Saratoga Springs. I expect, at a minimum, that Public Safety Commissioner (PSC) Montagnino, respect and obey the rules and policies in Saratoga Springs. These are the facts:

After a reckless press conference held by the Mayor and PSC, a New York State Supreme Court Justice signed an order, authored by District Attorney Heggen, essentially barring

the Mayor and PSC from making future comments on the shootout. According to public sources, Heggen stated, “I didn’t want to do this, but felt compelled to ensure the integrity of the investigation and protect the constitutional right of all involved.”

It is my understanding that this reckless presser should have never happened because the Saratoga Springs media policy, section 324.3,

states, “the ultimate authority and responsibility for the release of information to the media shall remain with the Chief of Police.”

It is clear, if the PSC followed rules and policies, we would not be in this embarrassing situation. The facts I provided indicate a colossal failure of leadership. How could any fair reading of the facts indicate otherwise?

- Respectfully, Tim Coll

Participatory Budget: Vote No - Spa Park Water Fountain Installation Project

Residents of the City of Saratoga Springs, we have only until December 11th to vote online (or with paper ballots at City Hall) for how our city will spend $100,000 of our 57 million dollar city budget.

As part of the new Saratoga Springs Participatory Budget Process, introduced this year by the City Council Commissioner of Finance, city residents can vote for up to five of several proposed projects eligible for a share of the allotted $100,000.

The most costly of the proposed city projects is a $19,000 water fountain installation for the Dog Park in Saratoga Spa Park.

We are asking the residents of the City of Saratoga Springs and the City Council to NOT approve and/or consider this project for the following reasons:

1. City money should not be spent to fund State park projects unless the city is willing to help maintain and manage the project for the long term.

2. Water is a precious resource. This project mentions nothing about who will pay for

the water that is consumed, and how much the water is expected to cost.

3. $19,000 is for the installation of the water fountain only. There is no mention of who will fund the maintenance and management of the water fountain.

4. When using the state park, people are expected to supply their own water or visit one of the many springs. Dog owners should also be expected to supply water for their dogs.

5. The Dog Park in the State Park has been under much public scrutiny ever since its inception. In spite of unfavorable public comment (see public comment -Final Master Plan/ Final Environmental Impact Statement Saratoga Spa State Park December 16, 2009) from many local environmental groups and local residents, the City of Saratoga Springs still entered into a Memorandum of Agreement with the State Park to help pay the $65,500 for the fencing and a drainage system. However, NO agreement was made between the two entities as to the sharing of funding for the management and maintenance of the Dog Park.

6. If the city is to enter into another Memorandum of Agreement with the State Park, then the City should use the $19,000 to manage the dog park that is overcrowded, creates a constant noise nuisance for city residents, and is a health (no vaccinations/rabies or registration required) and safety hazard to many dogs, dog owners, and city residents.

Lastly, the most important reason to remove this project for consideration, is to allow for other projects to be fully funded. The other projects that directly address a majority of our city’s constituents are- programming to promote self-sustaining food security (community gardens), arts programs for underserved and marginalized youth, programs that sustain our environment (urban forestry project), and public recreational programs for all (Congress Park Ice skating, Theatre in the Park).

Please City of Saratoga, vote, make your voice heard, and consider carefully how you want to spend our money.

- Respectfully, Concerned residents of Saratoga Springs

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This Week: Santa Returns to Saratoga’s Star Radio

SARATOGA SPRINGS — For four upcoming evenings, you can hear area children on the air telling Santa what they want for Christmas, as Saratoga’s Star Radio presents The Talk Live with Santa Show.

This year’s holiday programming will air 6- 8 p.m. on Dec. 12, 13, 15, and 19. The Talk Live with Santa Show can be heard locally on 93.3FM, as well as globally via

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a mobile app and online stream at starsaratoga.com.

“A Star Radio Saratoga tradition, Talk Live with Santa offers a heartwarming glimpse into the pure exuberance this time of year holds for children,” said Fran Dingeman, General Manager of Saratoga’s Star Radio, in a statement. “The conversations simply make you feel good.”

Ballston Spa - Veteran’s Memorial Wreath Ceremony

BALLSTON SPA — The Ballston Spa House & Garden Club (BSH&GC) and the American Legion Auxiliary Unit #234 will host a Wreath Ceremony at the Veteran’s Memorial at 12 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 10.

The public is invited to attend the solemn event to honor deceased veterans during the holidays. The Veteran’s Memorial is located on Low Street, adjacent to

the Ballston Spa Library.

The Ballston Spa House & Garden Club is a member of the Federated Garden Clubs of NYS. One of its missions is to promote civic beautification of the Village of Ballston Spa.

Contact Marilyn Stephenson, BSH&GC at mcstephenson@ nycap.rr.com or Melanie Edwards, Auxiliary President, at number41@ nycap.rr.com with questions.

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

A near capacity crowd watched the Saratoga Springs Police Finest defeat the Saratoga Springs Bravest 6-2 on Nov. 19 at the Saratoga Springs Ice Rink.

The Saratoga Springs Firefighters IAFF Local 343 hosted

the Saratoga Springs Police PBA in the annual Saratoga Springs Fire & Police Holiday Hockey Classic, played to benefit the Franklin Community Center’s Holiday Assistance Program. The program is essential in providing local families assistance during the holidays,

and both toy and monetary donations were secured for the cause, including more than 16 contractor size bags of toys and over $1,000. On Friday, the city’s fire and police departments will be delivering the toys to the Franklin Community Center.

SALVATION ARMY: Not Just Red Kettles & Holiday Bells

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

Most know them for their red kettles and presence during the holiday season - but the Salvation Army, which sites its county headquarters on Woodlawn Avenue in Saratoga Springs, supports local families with a variety of programs throughout the year.

On premises there is a food pantry, and a place where afterschool youth programs offer kindergartners to high school seniors help in reading, social and life skills, and the playing of musical instruments. The organization also works with thrift stores in Clifton Park, Queensbury, and Glens Falls, as

well as with local agencies such as Shelters of Saratoga, and RISE.

“A lot of the people are those who just walk through the door and say: I need help,” says Lt. Michael Dow, Lt., the Corps Officer at The Salvation Army in Saratoga Springs.

“That could be physical health, mental health, food insecurities. They could need help with heating their apartment or house, with gas in their car, or getting to medical appointments. Really, it encompasses a lot, and people can walk in the door or call,” said Dow, who along with wife and fellow Salvation Army Lt. Cassidy Dow have been involved through their families with the Salvation Army since their respective childhoods.

“It runs deep in our blood,” says Dow, whose office windows face the Woodlawn Avenue parking garage, where those who are homeless often congregate. Here too, assistance is offered.

“We see things and it just hurts our hearts, but we are able to provide a meal, to provide a shower, to offer a place to come in, to help them feel safe and comfortable before they go back out on the street,” he says.

Donations to The Salvation Army Red Kettles during the holidays, meanwhile, help support many of the organization’s missions.

“Eighty-five cents of every dollar that goes in to the kettle goes right back out to the community,” Dow says.

The origin of the red kettle traces back to a December day in 1891 when Salvation Army Captain Joseph McFee sought a way to collect funds to provide a free Christmas dinner to San Francisco’s poor. McFee’s idea took off. Within four years, the

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kettle was used in 30 Salvation Army locations across the west coast and continued to spread globally. Red Kettles can now be found across the U.S. and Europe, Korea, Japan, Chile, and Australia.

On Friday, Dec. 9, an anonymous donor has offered to match every kettle donation locally. The red kettles are stationed at Walmart stores in Wilton and Clifton Park, Price Chopper stores on Route 50 and in Clifton Park, and along Broadway in Saratoga Springs.

The red kettles will be out through Christmas Eve. People interested in volunteering for a few hours of ringing downtown, or businesses interested in allowing a kettle to be set up can call Dow to offer their help.

“Christmastime is a huge fundraiser for the Salvation Army and everything we are able to do day-to-day Is based upon how funds are raised during this season. We are fortunate to have a community that’s so givingalthough just to be honest we are a little behind in our goal this Christmas season, so any and

continued from front page... The city also agreed to send up to two council members, supporting deputy commissioners, the city attorney, and police department leadership to meet with county District Attorney Karen Heggen regarding a Temporary Restraining Order requested by the district attorney, which effectively silenced councilmembers from publicly discussing matters related to the downtown shooting that occurred in Saratoga Springs on Nov. 20. The city’s allocation of less than 3 council members ensures a quorum will not be present, so the meeting between city personnel and the district attorney may be held privately, and not attended by the public.

Council members agreed they will continue to seek methods to alter the city’s 4 a.m. bar closing time – the preferred time appears to be 2 a.m. - to address late night/early morning public safety concerns, particularly during weekends. City officials expressed the desire to approach the county Board of Supervisors with their earlier closing request, even as previous attempts by prior councils in this manner had proved unsuccessful. The county board holds its final meeting of the calendar year at 4 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 20 at the county complex in Ballston Spa.

Additionally, during its fourhour full meeting this week, the council agreed to table a vote that proposed salary increases for the city’s five deputy commissioners. It is anticipated that discussion will continue at the next council Tuesday night on Dec. 20 at Saratoga Springs City Hall.

every dollar helps,” Dow said.

The fundraising goal is $134,000 and donations may be made in person at the red kettles (where a QR Code is also available) or online through the organization’s website.

On a grand scale, the Salvation Army supports recovery efforts in national and international disasters: helping families prepare for the bitter cold in Ukraine by providing basic hygiene, warm meals, and blankets; readying dozens of mobile feeding units to mobilize across Florida during recent Hurricane Ian relief efforts, and supporting families in the aftermath of devastating floods in Pakistan.

In its fight against hunger and food insecurity, more than 56 million meals are provided annually through food pantries, meal programs, and no-cost sustainable community gardens.

It engages in anti-human trafficking efforts by providing ongoing support and services to victimized survivors, and serves displaced men, women and children with local Salvation Army homeless shelters and both transitional and permanent

Look to next week’s edition of Saratoga TODAY (Dec. 16-22 edition), for a more in-depth view of what to expect at the Saratoga County Board of Supervisors and the City Council meetings that will be held at 4 p.m. and 7 p.m., respectively, on Dec. 20.

supportive housing programs.

The tax-exempt organization operates more than 7,000 centers in communities across the U.S., and in 2021 served more than 25 million people.

Locally, emergency programs help families pay their rent and utility bills, and through its care management program provides frequent face-to-face time with adults and kids experiencing health conditions.

The Salvation Army’s Pathway of Hope initiative provides enhanced services to families with children desiring to take action to break the cycle of crisis and intergenerational poverty. By 2030, through the Pathway of Hope, The Salvation Army says it will make a lasting difference in reducing intergenerational poverty by transforming the lives of 100,000 families in the United States.

“It’s a fantastic program,” Dow says.

=The Salvation Army of Saratoga Springs is located at 27 Woodlawn Ave., just east of Broadway and opposite the parking garage. Call 518-584-1640, or go to: https://easternusa.salvationarmy. org/empire/saratoga-springs/

Remembering Paul Schrade

The front page of the past week’s edition of this newspaper told a multitude of stories. Multimillion-dollar municipal budgets were approved. A new, local hockey team emerged with a victory in their first-ever game. Legal maneuverings are in the process of being deployed to re-adjust the timing clock and rule when city bars must close their doors, maybe.

Inside of the newspaper meanwhile, on the left-most side of page 4, smiled back a headshot photograph and a handful of paragraphs that explained Paul Hermann Schrade had died. He was 97 years old. Paul Schrade grew up in Saratoga Springs in a different time. Nearly a century later, the region, the country and the greater world-at-large have gone through a myriad of changes. Schrade has been eyewitness to some of them. If you’re not familiar, perhaps this story may help fill in some of the details.

First published in Saratoga TODAY on the 50th anniversary of Robert F. Kennedy’s death, June 2018

50 Years Later: Local Man Shot with RFK Reflects

Paul Schrade stood atop the platform in the ballroom of the Ambassador Hotel. A few feet away, Bobby Kennedy delivered his speech.

A few hours earlier, the polls closed on the California Democratic presidential primary and the feeling of victory hung in the air. As Kennedy made his way off the stage to meet with the press, the ballroom filled with the exuberant chanting of his joyfilled supporters: RFK. RFK. RFK.

“As he walked off into the pantry area, heading for a press conference, Bobby said: ‘I want you with me,’” Schrade recalls. Once inside the hotel kitchen pantry area, he watched Kennedy extend his hand to greet workers. “Then I got hit,” Schrade says. “I started shaking violently. I didn’t even know that I’d been shot.”

Schrade was shot in the head and taken to Los Angeles’ Kaiser Hospital. Just over 24 hours later, at 1:44 a.m. on June 6, 1968, Kennedy was pronounced dead at Good Samaritan Hospital. After recovering from his injuries, Schrade moved out of Los Angeles and into the desert. He set aside the memories of that tragic night for a long time.

Paul Schrade grew up in Saratoga Springs where as a young man he worked nights and weekends at the family floral business, the descendant of which maintains the Schrade name and today stands on West Avenue as the Posie Peddler. “Slave labor,” he says with a laugh. He had a busy scholastic career that included writing for the school newspaper, Oratoga, and being involved in the speech club and photo club, among other

organizations. He graduated from Saratoga Springs High School in 1942 and studied at Yale College, later becoming a union organizer and getting involved in the nation’s political scene.

During John F. Kennedy’s election campaign in 1960, Schrade struck up a friendship with J.F.K.’s younger brother, Bobby. “We had a lot of great experiences together,” he says.

The year 1968 was one of conflict in America. “Bob was facing a lot of crises,” explains Schrade. “The anti-war movement, rebellion on campuses, rebellion in the black community; Dr. King had been shot and killed. The country was in horrible shape at the point and Bob provided some hope during this terrible time.”

Vice President Hubert Humphrey would later emerge from a turbulent Democratic National Convention in Chicago to represent his party. Republican candidate Richard Nixon would win the presidency in the general election.

Asked whether he can imagine how the world might be different had Kennedy survived and been elected president, Schrade says, “well he was against the war in Vietnam. He would have ended the war.” One person’s life making such a big difference. “One small bullet made a difference,” he replied.

Sirhan Sirhan was convicted in 1969 of the assassination of Kennedy and sentenced to death in the gas chamber. The sentence was commuted three years later, when California abolished the death penalty. Sirhan became eligible for parole in 1986 but has been repeatedly rejected.

During the past several years, Schrade has re-focused his attentions on the assassination. Convinced there was a second

gunman, he has been pushing for a thorough investigation. “There never was an investigation. They just grabbed Sirhan without evidence or witnesses and refused to go after the second gunman.

“I’m not going to get into conspiracy theories – whether he was programmed or not. Sirhan was there and fired (the first) two shots, missing Kennedy and shooting me. The gun was two to three feet in front of Robert Kennedy according to the prosecution’s own witnesses,” Schrade says. As he was being subdued, Sirhan wildly fired off a number of more shots. In all, six people were shot. The Los Angeles County coroner determined that three bullets struck Kennedy’s body and a fourth passed harmlessly through his clothing, CNN reported in a 2012 story sub-titled, “There Was

A Second Shooter,” following a 2012 interview with Nina RhodesHughes, a witness to the murder. Rhodes-Hughes said she heard two guns firing during the shooting and that authorities altered her account of the crime.

“It was an eight-shot revolver and Kennedy got shot four times in the back. Sirhan didn’t have the bullets,” Schrade says. ”He was captured out of position. The gun was two to three feet in front of Kennedy and Kennedy got hit at point-blank range in the back. It couldn’t be Sirhan. It had to be a second gunman.

“The prosecution knew this, knew there was a second gunman and didn’t do anything to investigate it. They just did a quickie on Sirhan and sent him to the gas chamber. They were going to murder this guy,”

Schrade says. “It was a well-planned investigation in order to convict Sirhan. They falsified the evidence right from the beginning.”

Asked for his thoughts on motivations behind the assassination, Schrade says, “we can only guess at the motivations because we never investigated the second gunman. And I don’t guess at things anymore, only facts and truth. They decided to go after Sirhan. I don’t know why. It could have been for political reasons, but ‘why’ has not been answered. “I’m 93. The only thing I can do at this point is make a public declaration and try to get the people that have some influence involved,” Schrade says. “Hopefully it will move these organizations to do the right thing, by Kennedy, and by Sirhan.”

Saratoga County Career Center Offers Virtual Workshops in December

BALLSTON SPA —

The Saratoga County Employment and Training Office provides comprehensive training and employment services to residents through its Career Center and works with local businesses to attract and retain the local workforce. The Saratoga County Career Center in conjunction with the Greater Capital Region Career Centers will hold the following free virtual career workshops in December:

Dec. 14 at 10 a.m.: Goal Setting. This workshop explores how goal setting works and provides helpful resources to get you started. Facilitated by Washington and Albany.

Dec. 13 at 10:30 a.m.: Interview Preparation. Learn how to articulate your strengths, what questions to expect, how to address difficult topics, and ace the interviewing process. Facilitated by Schenectady.

Dec. 15 at 11 a.m.: Job Applications. Statistics show approximately 50% of mid-sized companies and almost all large corporations use an applicant tracking system to screen candidates for job opportunities. Learn

Spa City Residents May Vote to Fund City Projects – Ballots Open Through Sunday

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how to prepare your online application to get the most visibility from hiring managers. Facilitated by Warren and Washington.

Dec. 22 at 1:30 p.m.: Social Media. Learn how to use social media to your advantage in searching for a job and marketing yourself to land the job you’ve always wanted. Facilitated by Schenectady.

Dec. 27 at 11 a.m.: Overcoming Barriers. Join an informal discussion about how to overcome potential stumbling blocks to finding a job.

Whether you’re facing transportation needs, childcare needs, prior justice system involvement, inexperience, health concerns or more, this workshop will provide you with resources and strategies to help you meet your goals. Facilitated by Saratoga and Fulton-Montgomery-Schoharie.

Registration is required for all workshops. Visit thejoblink.org/ calendar/ to register or call the Saratoga County Career Center at 518-884-4170 for more information. The workshops are offered as part of the Saratoga County Career Center’s WorkPays! workforce education campaign.

Saratoga Springs residents over the age of 18 are able to cast a ballot to fund city projects through Sunday, Dec. 11.

Named “Participatory Budgeting,” the Participatory Budgeting process encourages local community members to participate in the City’s budget

process by voting on how to spend a portion, 0.25%, of the City’s total budget - approximately $100,000.

There are nine total projects on the ballot for potential funding.

Project proposals were submitted by individuals and organizations from across the Saratoga Springs community. The Committee received a total of 20

submissions for cycle one with proposed projects ranging from smaller-scale community events to larger infrastructure projects throughout the City.

For more information, go to: www.saratogasprings.org/2682/ Participatory-Budgeting. The ballot may be found at: pbstanford. org/2022-saratoga-ny.

UNDER DEVELOPMENT:

ZBA Meets Dec. 12

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold their next regularly scheduled meeting at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 12, at City Hall.

Among the continued business the board may address include the seeking of an area variance to permit the construction of 102 apartment units at 131 Excelsior Area, and an area variance to permit the subdivision of an existing lot to create three lots

at 190-194 Grand Ave.

In new business before the board, the owners of a single-family residence at 74 Fifth Ave. are seeking an area variance for the purposes of demolishing the existing house and the construction of a new, single-family residence.

Longtime Saratoga-based Chiropractor David Gabay to Retire

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

After over 40 years as a practicing chiropractor, Dr. David Gabay is calling it a career at the end of the year.

Gabay, who is based in Saratoga Springs, has run his own practice since 1982, and has also worked with collegiate, professional, and Olympic athletes among many other highlights. He said he first took an interest in chiropractics after a bicycle accident in his early teen years.

“When I was 13 or 14, I was on a bicycle on Western Avenue in Albany. I got hit by a car, fractured my mandible in a couple places, my clavicle, my scapula,” Gabay said. “But I had terrible headaches for months and months. I went to a pediatrician, a neurologist,

an orthopedist. Nobody could fix them, they don’t know where they’re coming from.”

Eventually, his mother took him to a chiropractor, and after, “I think three visits, boom, the headaches were gone.”

“I always remembered that,” said Gabay.

After Gabay’s father passed away, the family moved to Long Island, where his mother’s job at SUNY Stony Brook allowed him to shadow various medical professionals.

“I spent a week with a local chiropractor there, and then it hit me. That’s what I want to do,” Gabay said. “I think I had one semester left at Stony Brook. I applied to New York Chiropractic College. I got the early admission letter, and that started my career.”

After graduating, Gabay considered working at a pre-existing practice, but ultimately decided

to return to the Capital Region to open up one of his own.

“These are my roots,” Gabay said of returning to the area. “It was a matter of giving back to the community and staying where I grew up. It’s a part of me. That was a huge part of it.”

“I found a little two-room office across from the hospital, bought used furniture, refinished the desk,” Gabay continued, noting much of the early office supplies were purchased secondhand. “I started out with kind of a hodge-podge outfit, and just built from that point on.”

In addition to his practice, Gabay also served as a team chiropractor at Skidmore College, and had an assortment of exciting opportunities outside the local area. Gabay worked with athletes in Colorado Springs prior to the 1996 Summer Olympics, which were held in Atlanta, Georgia, participated in monthly observations with the New York Giants, and worked with the New York City Ballet.

Gabay worked with athletes such as two-time Olympic gold medalist wrestler Bruce Baumgartner, who took bronze in the 1996 Games, and gold medalist and future WWE star Kurt Angle. He also assisted the Algerian national teams, who Gabay said could not afford their own medical staff at the ‘96 Games.

“They were just so thankful to have additional care at the US Olympic training facility,” said Gabay. “They didn’t have their own

doctors, they didn’t have their own staff. That was a lot of fun.”

Gabay also helped inspire American Olympic bobsledder John Napier to take up a career in chiropractics, he said.

“He and I became good friends. We got him a full scholarship to New York Chiropractic College as an Olympic athlete, and he’s up in Lake Placid now,” Gabay said. “He runs the bobsled program, the Paralympic program, and has a small practice up there. That was another friendship that has remained throughout the years.”

And although Gabay is retiring, his practice won’t be going anywhere. Dr. Nabilah Kabir, a graduate of Skidmore College and New York Chiropractic College, will take over Gabay’s office on January 1, 2023. Kabir first began working with Gabay almost five years ago and has been working with the doctor to treat patients together and smoothen the transition in the new year.

“I had just graduated from chiropractic school. I wasn’t sure yet if I wanted to start on my own or if I wanted to associate with someone,” said Kabir of meeting Gabay. “I had come in to meet with Dr. Gabay, and he had needed some help when he was on vacation. He had me come in and start treating patients.”

“Nabilah’s kind of been my go-to individual when I needed help, and it was a really logical, easy transition, because a lot of the patients knew her already,” Gabay said. “She knows my practice style, how I do things. So when it came time to say, ‘OK, it’s finally time to retire,’ here we are.”

Gabay said “99%” of his patients are happy with the transition, noting that continuity is important in the field.

Kabir lived in Bangladesh for 10 years, she said, and also spent part of her childhood in the Town of Berlin before graduating from Troy High School. She runs her own practice in Clifton Park, saying she is transitioning her patients to Gabay’s office at 550 Maple Avenue.

After more than 40 years of experience, Gabay said one thing he has learned is to “listen to the patient.”

“Most of the time when they come in, watch how they walk. Watch how they get up from a

chair. Find out what’s going on in their lives emotionally, with family. Because health and musculoskeletal problems are usually not just single factors, but they’re multi-factorial,” said Gabay. “What I’ve learned is shut your mouth, open up your ears. Listen and look, and the patient, 85% of the time, is going to tell you what’s wrong with them.”

Now that he is retiring, Gabay said he plans to spend time traveling and in his workshop, where he works to restore cars.

“I just built a retirement house out in Wilton, and I’ve got a 40-by-60 workshop out there, with woodworking, metalworking,” Gabay said. “I can work on my cars. I’ve got a lift there. And the big thing, I’m going to be traveling and starting to relax.”

However, he will not be totally distanced from the profession. Gabay will still be filling in for Kabir when needed at the practice, and also said he will likely continue to travel to symposiums “once or twice a year,” and is considering recording instructional videos for younger chiropractic or teaching, having formerly done so at Skidmore College.

“There’s a lot of open doors and possibilities, I guess is what I’m trying to say,” said Gabay.

And after 40 years, Gabay said the final moments of his career and the practice’s transition are bittersweet.

“I think it’s like sending a kid off to kindergarten on his first day, or sending a kid off to college,” said Gabay of his retirement and the transition. “It’s a milestone in your life that you’ve worked for, really hard. When it gets there, it’s a little difficult. But you know you’re sending things in a good direction.”

Saratoga Casino Hotel Donates $120,000 To Local Non-Profits

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Saratoga Casino Hotel celebrated ‘Giving Tuesday’ by donating $120,000 to twelve Capital Region non-profit organizations during their Make A Difference holiday luncheon in Vapor Night Club on Nov. 29.

“Our annual Make A Difference event is something we look forward to every year,” said Skip Carlson, Vice President of External Affairs at Saratoga Casino Hotel. “We have some amazing organizations in the Capital District that give back in so many ways to make our community stronger. It seems fitting that on Giving Tuesday, we can give back to them so they can continue to make a difference in the lives of so many every day.”

Bo Goliber, AIM Services’ Chief Development and Communications Officer, attended the event and commented on the $10,000 donation her organization received, saying, “AIM Services is honored to

be among this incredible group of recipients for Make a Difference. This generous commitment from Saratoga Casino Hotel toward our 2023 endeavors is going to make a huge impact in the lives of the people we support with developmental and intellectual disabilities and traumatic brain injury by offering them access to more adventures, experiences, and meaningful opportunities. We are so humbled to be part of this amazing event.”

The following twelve organizations each received a $10,000 donation: AIM Services, Inc., Albany Medical Center Foundation, Capital Roots, The Donna M. Crandall Memorial Foundation, Folds of Honor, Franklin Community Center, Jake’s Help from Heaven, Saratoga Community Health Center, Saratoga Sponsor-AScholar, SNACpack Program (Saratoga Nutrition Assistance for Children, Wellspring and The Wesley Community.

Cindy Hollowood, Executive Director of Sponsor-A-Scholar expressed her gratitude, saying, “Saratoga Casino Hotel continues

to be a major sponsor of our organization each year. Because of their generosity and our successful annual Derby Day event held at

The Lodge, we were able to accept more students into our program in 2022. We are forever grateful for their ongoing support.”

Two Albany Med Health System Hospitals Receive High Marks For Patient Safety

ALBANY — Two Albany Med Health System facilities, Saratoga Hospital and Glens Falls Hospital, have earned high grades for patient safety from The Leapfrog Group for fall 2022.

The two hospitals lead the Capital Region, with grades of ‘A’ for Saratoga Hospital and ‘B’ for Glens Falls Hospital. These high marks place both hospitals in the top 25 percent of New York state facilities for this report.

“Our Leapfrog score reflects our culture of safety and 24/7 commitment to protecting patients from preventable harm and errors,” Saratoga Hospital President and CEO Jill J. VanKuren said. “The ‘A’ grade is a tribute to our team and a source of assurance to our patients, who can be confident they’re receiving care at one of New York’s safest hospitals.”

The Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade assigns letter grades twice a year to nearly 3,000 U.S. general hospitals based on over 30 measures of patient safety. Thirty percent of U.S. hospitals earned the

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highest rating of ‘A.’ Twenty-eight percent earned a ‘B.’ VanKuren and Glens Falls Hospital President and CEO Paul Scimeca view the Leapfrog results as an opportunity to share best practices for patient safety throughout the Albany Med Health System.

“Quality improvement across the System occurs through collaboration. As we continue to work together, we are seeing many benefits,” Scimeca said. “The Albany Med Health System will continually evolve and improve in the future, and we look forward to working even more closely with Albany Medical Center, Columbia Memorial Health, and Saratoga Hospital.”

VanKuren emphasized the System hospitals’ shared commitment to excellent patient care and continuous quality improvement.

“Patient safety is a top priority for the entire System,” she said. “Our goal, through collaboration and sharing of best practices, is for all our hospitals to achieve the highest grade.”

ALBANY — Financial advisors Jeffrey J. Pollard, Raymond C.H. Bryan, and John E. Carl have announced the formation of a new partnership known as Pollard Bryan & Carl Wealth Management Group.

With a combined $800 million of assets under management, the partners will provide additional industry experience, more expansive financial services, and intellectual capital to enhance their client relationships. Using financial planning as a cornerstone of the practice, they will offer tailored services and solutions to fit all areas of their clients’ financial lives and help preserve their legacy.

Some of the areas of focus for the partners are assisting clients with creating income from

their retirement plans, setting up 401(k) plans and helping business owners with liquidity events. The team also consists of Financial Advisor Dedra Brust, CFP®, Senior Registered Private Client Associates Buffy Leonard and Sarah Marlow, and Private Client Associate Colleen Garcia. Messrs. Pollard and Carl,

Ms. Brust, Ms. Leonard and Ms. Garcia work out of Janney’s Albany office. Mr. Bryan and Ms. Marlow work out of Janney’s Saratoga Springs office.

Pollard Bryan & Carl Wealth Management Group has also announced the addition of James Thorp, Financial Advisor, to the team, working in Janney’s Albany office. Thorp has been working in the financial services industry for over 25 years beginning in New York City at two large banks. He later moved to the Capital District to pursue an opportunity with The Ayco Company, a subsidiary of Goldman Sachs.

At Ayco, he was part of Goldman’s Investment Management Division. Hired as a Portfolio Manager, Thorp was eventually promoted to lead Portfolio Manager in the Taxable Fixed Income group. He has deep experience in the fixed income markets and had portfolio management responsibilities for separate account Taxable Fixed Income portfolios with assets of over $1 billion with investments in Corporate, Government and US Agency securities.

Thorp holds Series 7, 24, 63 and 65 licenses. He also holds an MBA in Finance from The Fordham Gabelli School of Business and a B.A. in Economics from Georgetown University.

Shopping for a Financial Advisor

One of the most popular New Year resolutions is to get your financial house in order. Understanding your finances, learning about the steps you should be taking, and then putting an action plan to work, are critical steps toward that worthwhile resolution. This is where hiring a financial advisor can make all the difference.

1. ARE YOU A FIDUCIARY?

An advisor who is a fiduciary is legally required to put your interests ahead of their own, and ahead of the interests of their employer.

2. HOW ARE YOU COMPENSATED?

There are a few compensation models in the industry, and you have a right to know how you will be paying for the services you will receive.

Commission Based – This “eat what you kill” compensation model means that your advisor only gets paid when a transaction takes place, and it had been the traditional model for decades. It has fallen out of favor with both clients and advisors because of the obvious conflict of interest it presents.

Fee Based – Most advisors now operate under a fee-based structure. What this means is that they charge a stated fee for providing advice, as opposed to earning a sales commission. This fee is often a percentage of the assets they manage, but could also be hourly depending on the scope of work. Since the fee is assessed as a percentage of your balance, it changes as your accounts grow or shrink, and you and your advisor now have the same goal; to be careful stewards of your assets over time.

Because certain important products, like life insurance, are inherently commission-based, a fee-based advisor has the latitude to provide these solutions as well. Here, again, it is important to understand if the advisor is a fiduciary.

When you’re thinking about hiring a financial advisor, it’s important that you do your due diligence to help make sure you and your advisor are well matched. Ideally, you and your advisor are both looking to establish a very long-term relationship, and part of that involves being very open and honest about your expectations, and asking probing questions. It’s also very important that your advisor be forthcoming with their expectations. Be sure to include the following questions in your vetting process.

3. ARE YOU INDEPENDENT?

It’s important to consider whether the advisor works for a company with proprietary products to sell. Generally this will be common with insurance and mutual fund companies. Even with the best intentions, your advisor may be limited to, or incentivized for using, their employer’s products. When the only tool in your toolbelt is a hammer, every problem starts to look like a nail. An independent advisor will generally have access to a universe of products, and be beholden only to you.

4. ARE YOU, OR MEMBERS OF YOUR TEAM, A CFP®?

A Certified Financial Planner® professional is an advisor who has been through a rigorous education and examination process beyond the regular licensing requirements for the industry. A CFP® has demonstrated a level of proficiency across a wide range of planning topics, and has committed to a higher code of ethics. If your advisor is not a CFP® it could be beneficial to you that they are, at least, working directly with one in formulating their recommendations.

5. HOW MUCH EDUCATION CAN I EXPECT FROM YOU?

The financial industry is full of jargon and acronyms. Every client has a different level of financial experience, and a good advisor will act as an educator to make sure you understand their recommendations. Most advisors don’t intend to talk over your head, but if you find them using

language that you’re not familiar with, don’t be shy about asking for terms to be defined or strategies to be better explained. Good communication is the cornerstone of any relationship, and it’s crucial that you and your advisor are speaking the same language.

6. HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN IN PRACTICE?

There is no substitute for experience. Every advisor can look like a rock star during good times, but it’s important to know that they have been battle-tested and have the temperament to keep their head even if you’re losing yours, when volatility strikes. In order to help shepherd you through the inevitable periods of uncertainty, they need to have been there before, and know the way through.

Your relationship with your financial advisor can be the key to your financial success. It’s important that you feel comfortable asking them any questions, and that you’re satisfied with the answers they

provide. When you find a good match, work closely with your advisor, and you’ll be well on your way to keeping your New Year resolution.

Stephen Kyne CFP® is a Partner at Sterling Manor Financial in Saratoga Springs, and Rhinebeck.

Securities offered through Cadaret, Grant & Co., Inc. Member FINRA/ SIPC. Advisory services offered through Sterling Manor Financial, LLC, or Cadaret Grant & Co., Inc, SEC registered investment advisors. Sterling Manor Financial and Cadaret, Grant are separate entities.

It’s important to consider whether the advisor works for a company with proprietary products to sell.

Saratoga Senior Center Calendar

5 WILLIAMS STREET, SARATOGA SPRINGS • 518-584-1621

Holiday Festivities at the Center!

A DAY FULL OF HOLIDAY CHEER

Friday, December 16

Sponsored by Highmark

• 11 a.m. Member Meeting & Building Update

There are a lot of rumours flying around about the building and our move. Come to the meeting for the latest news and get your questions answered.

• 12-2 p.m. Holiday Gift Wrap

Hate to wrap? Bring in your gifts and we will wrap them for you!

• 1:30 p.m. Holiday Lunch Buffet $10

BBQ Chicken, Mashed Potatos, and more. RSVP required. Call the Front Desk.

• 2-3 p.m. Decorate Holiday Cookies

MEMBER HOLIDAY PARTY

Wednesday, December 21 • 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. • $8

Sponsored by Aetna

RSVP required. Call the Front Desk.

• Live music by Jay Yager & Chris Dollard.

• Guest appearance by Kelsey Dodd.

• Buffet prepared by Prime at Saratoga National.

• Have you been naughty or nice? Santa will be here...

HOLIDAY SING-A-LONG

Friday, December 23 • 1:30-2:30 p.m.

Holiday music with Garland Nelson. A well known and loved Saratoga staple, Garland will get us all in the spirit.

The Joy of Food! Eat Drink & Be Merry

DINNER WITH THE OLDE BRYAN

Tuesday, December 13 • 5:30 p.m. $12 per dinner. Chicken Cordon Blue.

PAL’S MEALS TO GO

3:30-5:30 p.m. Curbside Pick Up $12 per dinner.

Tuesday, December 6: Lasagna

Place order by Friday, December 2.

Tuesday, December 20: Chicken Picatta with Ziti

Place order by Friday, December 16.

CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST

Wednesday, December 28 • 9-10 a.m.

Free. Start your day with friends, laughter and good food. Sponsored by Albany Guardian Society

What’s New This Month!

ZENTANGLE ART PROGRAM

facilitated by Katie Long

Thursday, December 15 • 2 p.m. • $5

Make a holiday card and ornament with Zentangle. Zentangle is an American method for drawing, which pro-motes concentration and creativity and increases personal well-being.

CHINESE AND AMERICAN MAHJONG

Thursdays • 1-4 p.m.

New players welcome! Mahjong is fun and enormously popular, a classic Chinese game of strategy, skill, and summation.

BRIDGE HAS STARTED!

Mondays • 1-4 p.m.

We have had many members ask about starting bridge back up. So if you are interested in playing, come to the Center on Mondays and let’s get the games rolling again.

VAN TRIPS

Sponsored By Zieker Eye

TROY SAVINGS BANK - CARL GUTKOWSKI & JAMES FITZWILLIAM, CLASSICAL FLUTE & PIANO

Tuesday, December 13 • Music at Noon

Carl Gutowski is a flutist based in the Hudson Valley and Cape Cod who performs regularly in solo and chamber music settings. James Fitzwilliam is a Hudson Valley pianist, organist and composer. He has served as Organist at Christ Episcopal Church in Poughkeepsie. Lunch at the Latham Diner following the performance. Pay $10 at signup. Concert is free. Bring money for lunch. Leave the Center at 10:45am. Return about 3 p.m.

HOLIDAY LIGHTED NIGHTS AT WASHINGTON COUNTY FAIRGROUND

Thursday, December 15

The Holiday Lighted Nights flicker on at the Fairgrounds for its drive-thru holiday cheer. Enjoy close to two miles of large-scale holiday light displays, from Santa Clauses to North Pole scenes. Pay $10 at sign up. Bring additional money for snacks. Leave the Center at 3:45 p.m. Return about 6:30 p.m.

LUNCH BUNCH - FO’CASTLE FARM

Tuesday, December 20

FoCastle Country store brings you back to a sweeter time... when neighbors gathered on the front porch while fireflies lit up the night sky. Come back to that time and experience unique gifts that inspire the soul and life the spirit. Pay $10 at ign up. Bring additional money for lunch and shopping. Leave the Center at 9:30 a.m. Shop first then have lunch at the cafe. Return about 2:30 p.m.

Chiropractic and Acupuncture

has been supported by research using MRI images. When you induce pain, certain pain centers in the brain light up on functional MRIs, when you needle the patient, they turn off.

Doctors of chiropractic are experts in addressing musculoskeletal conditions without the use of drugs or surgery. While best known for spinal manipulation, chiropractors may use a variety of evidence-based therapies to help their patients. Some DCs are even trained in acupuncture or work in integrative clinics where acupuncture is provided, giving patients access to two of the most effective non-drug approaches to pain management.

If acupuncture is on the list of your doctor’s services, here’s what you should know—including what it entails, conditions it may help treat, and who should avoid this type of treatment.

What Is Acupuncture?

During acupuncture, hair-like needles are inserted into specific points in the body to achieve various therapeutic effects. One of its effects is the release of tight muscles, making it easier for patients to move. Acupuncture also stimulates the release of certain hormones in the brain, providing benefits for some medical conditions.

Conditions Acupuncture Can Treat

One of the conditions treated by acupuncture is pain. Acupuncture has a profound effect on pain. It causes the brain to release some of the body’s natural pain relievers. That makes it a way to get pain relief without taking addictive medications. And it can be used for pain that exists in one area of the body (called local pain) or pain that is more widespread (systemic or chronic pain).

For chronic pain, you get a beneficial effect because you’re altering the brain chemistry. This

or having recent joint replacement surgery might be contraindications for treatment.

In addition to traditional body acupuncture, there are specific microsystems utilized in acupuncture. Acupuncture administered to the head (called scalp acupuncture) can be beneficial for treating neurological and psychological conditions, even helping to resolve addictions. Acupuncture performed on the ear (auricular acupuncture) can help you stop smoking and ease withdrawal from drugs.

Acupuncture also works very well for people who experience post-chemotherapy neuropathy. In fact, most cancer institutes have incorporated acupuncture as part of their treatment programs.

Acupuncture vs. Dry Needling:

What’s the Difference?

Sometimes acupuncture is confused with dry needling, but they aren’t the same thing. In dry needling, the needles are longer and placed based on myofascial trigger points, which are the same trigger points targeted when patients get a cortisone shot.

Dry needling is the exact same thing without shooting in the cortisone. You needle the trigger point to get the muscle to twitch and release. Studies have shown that results are similar between dry needling and injection, which shows that the benefits come from inserting the needle into the muscle.

This makes dry needling good for musculoskeletal complaints that involve a restriction in movement, such as frozen shoulder, neck pain and back pain. But it’s also helpful if you’ve experienced trauma to the muscle, whether through a sports injury, a car accident, or due to a medical condition like arthritis.

Who Should Avoid Acupuncture?

Despite acupuncture’s many benefits, this treatment isn’t right for everyone. A proper case history and examination must be performed to determine if the patient is a candidate for acupuncture. Taking blood thinners

Some medical conditions require you to avoid acupuncture over certain regions of the body, like lymphedema, complex regional pain (CPRS), or cancer.

Combining Acupuncture and Chiropractic

While acupuncture and chiropractic services are two different treatments, they can be used together to potentially provide greater benefit.

What to Expect

One concern that many have is, “Does acupuncture hurt?” Not if it’s done properly. Ancient Chinese proverbs describe it as “less than a mosquito bite.” You might feel a little bit of discomfort, but most patients find the experience relaxing.

The needles used for acupuncture are much smaller than those used for injections—or about the thickness of a hair. That allows them to enter the body without causing the same discomfort you might experience when getting a shot.

Each acupuncture session generally lasts between 15 and 30 minutes and you should begin to feel its benefits after just a few treatments. Talk to

your chiropractor to learn what options exist for your medical condition or concerns.

Potential Side Effects

The risks of acupuncture treatment are minimal. The most common side effects are drowsiness, minor bleeding or bruising, or a temporary increase in symptoms. Some people feel more energetic after an acupuncture session.

Serious adverse side effects are rare. Fainting is also a rare occurrence following needling. This is the same response that causes people to faint at the sight of blood and is due to an overactive nervous system (vasovagal response).

The risk of infection is low

if you are receiving acupuncture anywhere in the Western hemisphere. The sterile needles are used only once and then discarded.

How to Pick an Acupuncture Practitioner

If your chiropractor offers acupuncture, this is a good place to start. Otherwise, look for a practitioner that is licensed in your state and has experience treating your type of problem.

Dr. Matt Smith has been a Chiropractor in Saratoga Springs for 36 years. He and his daughter Dr. Kevy Smith Minogue can be reached at 518-587-2064 or at MySaratogaChiropractor.com.

Cleaning House for Christmas

“MOTHERING BOYS”

Afriend asked me recently who of the boys is the best at doing chores. I guess my definition of “best” would be “does what I ask without too much fussing” plus “does a really good job,” in which case I wouldn’t say that any of the boys rises to the top as consistently doing both, but they all basically do a fine job.

I should also clarify that I don’t really assign regular chores. Here, it’s mostly a “this needs doing, and I’m telling you to do it” situation. The older boys are the ones we

ask to do more heavy-lifting kinds of things and I try to play to their strengths. One of them kind of likes vacuuming, so he’s usually the one I ask to do that. I rotate between the older ones for washing and drying dishes. The big boys shovel for a neighbor, so the middle boys do the shoveling for our house. Taller boys are asked to bring the garbage cans up from the street after garbage pick-up; the strongest boys are asked to carry heavy things upstairs or downstairs. The younger boys are asked to do different things: pick up all the Legos off the floor and put them back in their bin; put all the toys back in the closet; find all the dirty socks in the house and put them by the washer machine. And of course, there are the things they all need to do: put their clothes away, rake the yard, bring in groceries from the van. All that said, there is something that they all regularly amaze me with: they all seem to really enjoy participating in what they call “a deep clean,” and deep cleans are often done spontaneously by them, without me asking them to!

For example, I’ve been watching my eight-year-old grow into the kind of boy who seems to enjoy spending his time deep cleaning certain areas of the house. Over the past few months, he has happily spent an hour or two in the front room and entryway, all on his own, getting things straightened up, throwing out garbage, sweeping up dirt and crumbs. He’s done the same in the toy closet, which is a large walk-in closet with four large shelves whose contents are usually all over the floor of the closet and spilling into the room. And I regularly find him cleaning and rearranging his desk. He inspires me!

It can’t go unmentioned that the original spontaneous deep cleaner in our house was our oldest — before he was old enough to work, he would make a summer project out of deep cleaning certain areas of the house. He set a great example for his younger brothers, not only the eight-year-old, but the others as well. My twelveyear-old has said to me several times recently that when school gets out for Christmas break, he wants us all to spend the first couple days cleaning the house so that it’s nice for Christmas, and when he says he wants “us all” to do it, he’s totally including himself. Others of the boys have chimed in, agreeing — they all

want a clean house for Christmas and don’t mind doing what needs to be done in the forty-eight hours leading up to it to make it happen. They’ve said similar things before Thanksgiving and Easter for the past couple of years, and I can see that we’ve fallen into a nice every-few-months teamdeep-clean. Every time we do, we all sit around happily in our clean spaces, enjoying the tranquility before life messes the house up again.

I myself prefer to do almost anything else to cleaning — I’m

happy to take care of my family in all other ways (cooking, chauffeuring, doing laundry, grocery shopping, meal planning, working, taking care of sick people, helping with homework, reading to children, meeting with teachers, handling doctor appointments, etc., etc., etc.) — so I’m extra grateful for children who mostly do what I ask them to do chore-wise with a basic semblance of acceptability, and I feel completely undeserving of children that choose to spend free time and vacation time helping me get the house in order at an even deeper level. I love the feeling of “we’re all in this together” that working on the house this way creates.

So if any children or young adults are reading this, consider cleaning your house for your parents as a Christmas present — if they’re anything like me, they’ll be thrilled! I hope you all have a wonderful holiday season!

Kate and her husband have seven sons ages 18, 16, 14, 12, 10, 8, and 4. Email her at kmtowne23@ gmail.com.

BALLSTON

Elizabet Coreno sold property at 9 Roseland Blvd to Franklin and Grant LLC for $139,001

Traditional Homebuilders and Developers sold property at 33 Mallory Way to Christopher Perrone for $525,467

Denise Volpe sold property at 7 Willem Way to Christa LaFranier for $135,000

Amanda Done sold property at 30 Underpass Rd to Erin Murphy for $305,000

Michaels and Laraway Holdings LLC sold property at 12 Summerhill Dr to Jane Bennett for $464,415

MALTA

Sara Scully sold property at 39 Walden Glen to Corrin Fish for $342,500

Byron Geils sold property at 27 Plum Poppy South to Nicholas Degregorgio for $475,000

Saratoga Stadium sold property at 2653 Rt 9 to Parker Truck Repair and Towing for $199,000

SARATOGA

Saratoga Farms LLC sold property at 157 Burgoyne Rd to james Cunningham for $140,000

Samuel Draper sold property at 34 Condon Rd to Robert Sliter for $800,000

Michael Koerner sold property at 116 Franklin Beach Rd to Kathleen Ward for $650,000

SARATOGA SPRINGS

Ryden LLC sold property at 146 Middle Ave to Justin Giardino for $135,000

Oak Ridge Development LLC sold property at 44 Jenna Jo Ave to Blake Hanan for $300,000

Gregory Garzarelli sold property at 14 Beach Ct to Joseph Kakaty for $950,000

EKJK LLC sold property at 99 Woodlawn Ave to Robert Colangelo for $525,000

67 Ash Street LLC sold property at 67 Ash St to Dhianna Yezzi for $950,000

Peter Valdeon sold property at 43 Ferndell Spring Dr to Stela Koeva for $280,000.

Spencers Landing LLC sold property at 31 Julians Way to Raymond Palmer for $7997,964.

Zhen Wu sold property at 15 Outlook Ave to Benjamin Papa for $607,322

Alexander O’Hara sold property at 87 Railroad #207 to Nancy O’Keefe for $855,000.

Bruce Lunsford sold property at 46 Union ST # 205 to James Barbetta for $799,900

Lisa Grady sold property at 8 Curt Blvd to Ciara Baisley for $330,000.

Keith Wilson sold property at 30 Doten Ave to Trojanski Custom Builders LLC for $255,000

Noorasalma LLC sold property at 63 Quevic Dr to Declan Chaskey for $302,000

WILTON

William Blake sold property at 55 Scout Rd to Ryan Decresce for $200,000

Correy Connaway sold property at 14 Hopeful Lane to Elizabeth Carpenter for $332,500

Lloyd Davis sold property at 7 Waverly Pl to Joseph Cerrone for $465,000

SSHS Students Test News Knowledge in Spectrum News Challenge

ALBANY — As members of the Saratoga Springs High School’s Academic Team, students Isabelle Savage, Harrison Schuck, and Prav Mishra were no strangers to competition. But this summer, the trio had a chance for a slightly different competition than what they were used to.

The three students were selected to represent New York State in the Spectrum News Challenge, described as a “teambased quiz show based on the zeitgeist of what is in the headlines,” on Spectrum’s website. Teams from two different states compete to answer questions based on recent headlines, with the winner receiving a $500 prize per player.

The students’ episode was filmed this past August, but Savage and Schuck, who are both seniors at the high school, said the group initially applied for the show over two years ago. Mishra is now a freshman enrolled at Cornell University.

“We heard about this initially two summers ago,” said Savage. “We initially applied for the pilot episodes, and then you kind of had to try out, audition for those. It was really just an interview over Zoom, to see how well you worked on camera.”

The team was not selected for the pilot episodes but were contacted shortly after by Spectrum and secured a spot on the show.

The competition consists of four rounds, with each round worth progressively more points.

“The last question, they asked both teams at the same time, and both teams show their answer at

the same time,” Savage said. “But for the three rounds before that, they would go to one school that would do the whole round, and then go to the other school and do the whole round.”

Correct answers are worth 10 points in the first round, 15 in the second, 20 in the third, and 500 points in the final round.

“So obviously the last question was the deciding question,” said Savage.

The students said they prepared by keeping up with the news as much as possible.

“I guess you just kind of watch the news,” said Schuck of the preparation. “It’s literally a news challenge.”

“A lot of headline-based questions, so it was just like scrolling through whatever news app you use and just kind of scanning stuff,” added Savage.

The questions covered topics such as the first released photo from the James Webb Space Telescope.

“One of them was about (President) Biden releasing photos of the James Webb Space Telescope,” Schuck said. “It was asking what telescope it was.”

The students said the experience of the Spectrum Challenge was quite different from their typical Academic Team competitions.

“Normally, what we do during the school year is we go out and do tournaments against a bunch of different teams,” Schuck said. “This one was just against one team. Although I guess this had more stakes behind it.”

“Because with the tournaments, you typically end up doing them across long periods of time, and you only play either one or a couple schools per place that you go,” said Savage. “Then you end

up doing a finals round. That’s where the prizes are determined. This game is where the prizes are determined. It was definitely a different setup than what we’re used to, but we are used to the different rounds, different points, different layouts for the rounds.”

The Saratoga team did not come away with the win, losing to a group of students from Preble High School in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Despite that, the group said it was still an enjoyable experience.

“It was definitely a fun experience,” Savage said.

“It was interesting to see how TV works, and everything that’s behind it,” Schuck added.

The group also said the experience helped provide feedback for upcoming Academic Team competitions during the 2022-23 school year.

“There’s certain questions, both in Academic Team and the competition that we went to, where you’re able to discuss as a group. Kind of seeing it on the TV, I realized, we do not discuss for the full, allotted amount of time,” said Savage. “I think we could discuss more, both in Academic Team and using this experience.”

Both seniors said they hope to attend SUNY Polytechnic Institute in Albany, with majors in nanoscale engineering.

“In the building, a lot of companies are there. IBM, Taiwan Silicon Manufacturing,” said Schuck. “There’s an entire computer chip fab in that building, which is like a half a billion dollars.”

“The industry is located right at the college,” Savage added. “The joke is like, you go to school on the second floor, and then you work on the third floor.”

Schuylerville Elementary’s Grandparents Breakfast Returns

SCHUYLERVILLE —

Schuylerville Elementary School resumed its beloved tradition of hosting an annual Grandparents Breakfast after a hiatus of several years due to the pandemic. Over the course of two mornings, 544 breakfasts were served to students and their families.

Schuylerville Food Service and Central Office staff helped to prepare and serve the

early-morning meals. Food Services Manager Sarah Keen, Principal Beckett, and elementary school staff oversaw the event.

“The Grandparents Breakfast has been held for as long as most of us can remember,” said Superintendent Gregg Barthelmas in a statement on the school’s website. “To have it back this year, and to see the joy it brings everyone in attendance, is really something special.”

Department of Labor Visits Apprenticeship Program at Stillwater Central School District

WILTON — In celebration of the first New York State Apprenticeship Month and National Apprenticeship Week, Stillwater Central School District, the WashingtonSaratoga-Warren-HamiltonEssex BOCES, and the Classroom Academy hosted New York State

Department of Labor Deputy

Commissioner of Workforce

Development Chris White, State Department of Labor Director of Apprenticeship Training

Christopher Pinheiro, and the US Department of Labor Regional Representative Charles MacNeil, for a tour of the registered Apprenticeship program in initial state teacher certification. The visit took place on November 30 at Stillwater Elementary School.

During the visit,, New York State Department of Labor

Commissioner of Workforce Development Chris White presented Stillwater CSD Superintendent Patricia Morris and Classroom Academy Program Coordinator Colleen McDonald a proclamation signed by Governor Kathy Hochul celebrating the Classroom Academy as part of the first New York State Apprenticeship Month.

The Classroom Academy registered as an Apprenticeship in April 2021 and are supporting 25 resident Apprentices in the field this year. Stillwater CSD, one of eight district partners, is currently hosting two apprentices: one second-year at the elementary and one first-year at the high school level.

“We are delighted that the NYS and US Department of

Saratoga Central Catholic Peer Ministry Organizes Retreat for Second Graders at St. Mary’s School

Labor were able to see firsthand how school districts are benefiting from this unique residency and Registered Apprenticeship program, especially during a time when schools across the state are experiencing severe teacher shortages,” said Colleen McDonald, Classroom Academy program coordinator.

Launched in 2017, Classroom Academy offers teacher preparation candidates a paid two-year residency placement with local school districts to provide on-thejob experience under the guidance of an expert lead teacher. Classroom Academy provides two full academic years of hands-on training to better prepare candidates as they enter the workforce, for the complexities of teaching in their own classrooms.

With the cost of completing

a graduate program and forgoing an extra year in the workforce prohibitive for some students, the stipend provided through the academy and tuition assistance accessed through the Registered Apprenticeship are designed to remove barriers and help candidates afford being able to complete their studies and attain initial state teacher certification.

“We have seen an increase in interest with the reduction of barriers.” said McDonald. “Given the support we can provide, individuals are able to reassess their goals and change careers to pursue their dream of teaching.”

Classroom Academy currently partners with three higher education partners (SUNY Plattsburgh at Queensbury, SUNY Empire and Sage Colleges) to place students across the region.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — On Wednesday, Nov. 30, Saratoga Central Catholic School peer ministers taught second graders at St. Mary’s School in Ballston Spa about what it means to make their first Communion. They practiced prayers, did a church scavenger hunt, and baked bread, all in preparation for their first Communion.

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Adirondack Christian Fellowship

8 Mountain Ledge, Wilton

518-587-0623 | acfsaratoga.com

Services: Sunday 8 and 10 a.m.

Adirondack Friends Meeting

27 Saratoga Avenue, South Glens Falls

518-793-3755 | adirondackfriendsmeeting.org

Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m.

Assembly of God Faith Chapel

6 Burgoyne Street, Schuylerville

518-695-6069 | Rev. Scott Cutting

Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Assembly of God Saratoga

118 Woodlawn Avenue, Saratoga Springs

518-584-6081 | Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Bacon Hill Reformed Church*

560 Route 32N, Bacon Hill

518-695-3074 | Rev. Janet Vincent

Services: 10 a.m. | Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Baha’i Community of Saratoga Springs

518-692-7694 | 518-885-0876 | 1-800-22UNITE

bahai.org | Public Meetings: 1st Tuesdays 7 p.m.

Ballston Center Associate

Reformed Presbyterian Church

58 Charlton Road, Ballston Spa

518-885-7312 | ballstoncenterarpchurch.org

Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m.

Ballston Spa United Methodist Church*

101 Milton Avenue, Ballston Spa

518-885-6886 | ballstonspaumchurch.org

Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Barkersville Christian Church

7200 Barkersville Road, Middle Grove

518-882-6437 | barkersvillechristianchurch.com

Pastor Pat Atwell | Sunday Worship: 10:30 a.m.

Bethesda Episcopal Church*

26 Washington St., Saratoga Springs

518-584-5980 | bethesdachurch.org

Rev’d Charles Wallace | Mid-day Prayer: Monday-Friday 12p.m. | Services:

Wednesday 12 p.m., Saturday 5p.m.

Sunday 8a.m. & 10 a.m.

Burnt Hills Baptist Church

193 Kingsley Rd., Burnt Hills

518-399-5740 | burnthillsbaptistchurch.org

Pastor Mark Dorr | Sunday 10 a.m.

Adult Bible Study: Sunday 9 a.m.

Burnt Hills United Methodist Church*

816 Route 50, Burnt Hills

518-399-5144 | nybhumc.com

Pastor Amy Gregory

Services: Sunday 9:30 a.m.

Calvary Capital District

5 Williams Street, Saratoga Springs

calvarycd.com | Pastor Andrew Holt

Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Charlton Freehold

Presbyterian Church

768 Charlton Road, Charlton

518-399-4831 | charltonfreehold.org

Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Christ Community Reformed Church

1010 Rte. 146, Clifton Park | 518-371-7654

ccrc-cpny.org | Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Christ Episcopal Church*

15 West High Street, Ballston Spa

518-885-103

Services: Sunday 8, 10 a.m., 5 p.m.

Christian Restoration Ministries

Saratoga Senior Center: 5 Williams Street, Saratoga Springs | 518-796-4323

Pastor Pat Roach | Services: Saturday 7 p.m.

Bible Study: Friday 7-8 p.m.

Christian Science Church

107 Circular Street, Saratoga Springs

518-584-0221 | Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Church of Christ at Halfmoon

250 Pruyn Hill Rd., Mechanicville

518-670-3005

cliftonparkchurchofchrist.com

Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m.

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints

1 Glenmore Ave. Saratoga Springs

518-587-4796 | churchofjesuschrist.org

Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Community Alliance Church

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

Congregation Shaara Tfille*

84 Weibel Avenue, Saratoga Springs

518-584-2370 | saratogasynagogue.org

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

Corinth Free Methodist Church

20 Hamilton Avenue, Corinth

518-654-9255 | 518-792-0271

Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Corinth United Methodist Church

243 Main Street, Corinth

518-654-2521 | cfumc@cnyconnect.net

Services: Sunday 11 a.m.

Cornerstone Community Church

100 Saratoga Village Blvd, #8, Ballston Spa 518-664-5204 | mycornerstonechurch.org

Pastor Frank Galerie | Sunday 10 a.m., 6 p.m.

Corpus Christi Roman Catholic Community

2001 Route 9, Round Lake 518-877-8506 office@corpuschristichurch.net

Services: Saturday 4 p.m.; Sunday 8, 11 a.m.

Eastern Orthodox - Christ the Savior 349 Eastline Road, Ballston Lake 518-212-7845 | xcsavior.org

Services: Sunday 9:30 a.m.

Faith Chapel

6 Burgoyne St., Schuylerville

518-695-6069 | faithchapelschuylerville.org

Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

First Baptist Church of Saratoga

45 Washington Street, Saratoga Springs

518-584-6301 | fbcsaratoga.org

Pastor George Stefani

Services: Sunday Noon

First Baptist Church of Ballston Spa

202 Milton Avenue, Ballston Spa 518-885-8361 | bspabaptist.org

Services: 10:30 a.m. (9 a.m. July - August)

Sunday School: 9 a.m. (all ages)

First Presbyterian Church of Ballston Spa

22 West High Street, Ballston Spa

518-885-5583 | Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Full Gospel Tabernacle

207 Redmond Road, Gansevoort

518-793-2739 | Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Galway United Methodist Church

2056 East Street, Galway | 518-882-6520

galway-united-methodist-church.com

Services: Sunday 9:30 a.m. (9 a.m. in July-Aug.)

Grace Church

34 Third Street, Waterford 518-237-7370 | gracewaterford.com

Rev. Kathy Alonge-Coons

Services: Sunday 7:30 and 9:30 a.m.

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

Grace Fellowship Saratoga*

165 High Rock Avenue, Saratoga Springs

518-691-0301 | gracefellowship.com

Pastor Isaac Denton

Services: Sundays 9, 11 a.m.

Greater Grace Community Church

100 Saratoga Village, Building 17, Ballston Spa

518-899-7777 | thechurch@ggccmalta.org

Pastor David Moore | Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Greenfield Center Baptist Church

30 Wilton Road, Greenfield Center

518-893-7429 | Pastor, Frank Galerie

Services: 9 a.m.

Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. (all ages)

Highway Tabernacle Church

235 Hudson Avenue, Mechanicville

518-664-4442 | Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m. Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.

Hope Church

206 Greenfield Avenue, Ballston Spa

518-885-7442 | Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Sunday School: 9 a.m.

Jonesville United Methodist

963 Main Street, Clifton Park

518-877-7332

Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m.

Living Waters Church of God

4330 State Rte 50, Saratoga Springs

518-587-0484 | livingwaterscog.us

Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Malta Presbyterian Church

118 Dunning Street, Malta

518-899-5992 | Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Malta Ridge United Methodist Church

729 Malta Avenue Extension, Malta

518-581-0210 | Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m.

Middle Grove United Methodist Church*

429 Middle Grove Road, Middle Grove

518-581-2973 | Pastor Jason Proctor

Services: Sunday 9 a.m.

Mt. Olivet Baptist Church

100 Cresent Street, Saratoga Springs

518-584-9441 | Rev. Dr. Victor L. Collier

Services: 10 a.m.

New Life Fellowship*

51 Old Gick Road, Saratoga Springs

518-580-1810 | newlifeinsaratoga.org.

Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Next Level Church

Comedy Works: 388 Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 518-306-7133

nextlevel.church/saratoga-ny-church

Pastor Joe | Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Northway Church

770 Pierce Road, Clifton Park

518-899-1200 | northwaychurch.tv

Services: 9:30 and 11:15 a.m.

Old Saratoga Reformed Church*

48 Pearl Street, Schuylerville

518-695-3260 | old-saratoga.rcachurches.org

Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Old Stone Church (American Baptist)

159 Stone Church Road, Ballston Spa

518-583-1002 | Services: 10:30 a.m.

Olde Liberty Baptist

600 Route 67, Malta | 518-885-4211

oldelibertybaptist.com Services: Sunday 10, 11 a.m., 2 p.m.; Wed. 7 p.m.

Our Lady of Grace

Roman Catholic Church*

73 Midline Rd., Ballston Lake | 518-399-5713

Services: Saturday 5:30 p.m.; Sunday 10:30 a.m.

Perry Road Baptist Church*

150 Perry Road, Saratoga Springs

518-587-0711 | Pastor David Worcester

Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Pine Grove Community Church*

59 Pine Road, Saratoga Springs

860-942-7359 | Thegrovess.com

Pastor Mark Kehrer

Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Porter Corners United Methodist Church* 512 Allen Road, Porter Corners

518-893-2289 | Services: Sunday 8:45 a.m.

Presbyterian-NE

Congregational Church*

24 Circular Street, Saratoga Springs

518-584-6091 | pnecchurch.org

Services: Sunday 10:45 a.m.

Prince of Peace Lutheran Church (ELCA)

4 Northcrest Drive, Clifton Park

518-371-2226 | poplutheranchurch.org

Services: Sunday 8 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.; Contemporary Worship: 1st and 3rd Sundays 10:30 a.m.; Sunday School: 9:1510:15 a.m. (Sept.-June); REACH- Christian education for adults: 9:30-10:15 a.m.

Quaker Springs United Methodist* 466 Route 32, Schylerville

518-695-3101 | qsumc.com

Pastor John Iseman | Services: Sunday 9 a.m.

River of Hope Fellowship

100 Saratoga Village Blvd., Malta Commons, Ste. 3 riverofhopefellowship.com

Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Roman Catholic Church of St. Peter* 241 Broadway, Saratoga Springs

518-584-2375 | Masses: Tuesdays, Fridays 8 a.m; Saturday 5 p.m.; Sunday: 7:30 a.m., 9 a.m., 11 a.m.; Individual absolution: Saturday 4 p.m. or by appointment

St. Clement’s Roman Catholic Church* 231 Lake Avenue, Saratoga Springs

518-584-6122 | stclementschurch.com

Services: Weekdays 8 a.m.; Saturday 8 a.m. and 4 p.m.; Sunday 8, 10, 11:30 a.m. and 5 p.m.

St. George’s Episcopal Church 912 Route 146, Clifton Park | 518-371-6351 stgeorge@csdl.net | stgeorgescp.org

Services: Saturday 4:30 p.m.; Sunday 7:30 , 9, and 11:30 a.m.

St. Isaac Jogues RC Chapel 716 Route 9P, Saratoga Lake

518-813-5090 | Father Patrick Rice

Services: Sunday 10 a.m. (Open Memorial Day to winter)

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St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church*

3159 Route 9N, Greenfield Center

518-893-7680

stjosephschurchgreenfieldcenter.org

Services: Saturday 4 p.m.; Sunday 11 a.m.

St. Luke’s on the Hill

40 McBride Rd., Mechanicville

518-664-4834 | stlukesonthehill.org

Dave Haig, Rector

Services: Saturday 4 p.m., Sunday 8 & 10 a.m. For Summer Worship Schedule please visit our website.

St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church*

167 Milton Avenue, Ballston Spa

518-885-7411| stmarysbsta.org

Services: Saturday 4 p.m.

Sunday 8 a.m., 10:30 a.m. and 12 p.m.

St. Paul’s Roman Catholic Church*

771 Route 29, Rock City Falls

518-885-4677 | sjoegctr@nycap.rr.com

Services: Sunday 8 a.m.

St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church*

149 Lake Avenue, Saratoga Springs

518-584-0904 | office@spalutheran.org

Services: Saturday 5 p.m., Sunday 8:30, 11 a.m.

St. Peter Lutheran Church*

2776 Route 9, Malta

518-583-4153 | Services: Sunday 9 a.m.

St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church

1 Grove Street, Schuylerville

518-695-3918 | ststephens-schuylerville.com

Services: Sunday 8, 9 a.m.

St. Therese Chapel (RC)

1 Wilton-Gansevoort Road, Gansevoort

518-792-2276 | Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

St. Thomas Anglican Church

242 Grooms Road, Halfmoon

518-348-0842 | thomasanglican.com

Father John Bassett

Services: Sunday 9 a.m. and 12 p.m.

Saratoga Abundant Life Church

2 Hutchins Road, Saratoga Springs

518-885-5456 | salchurch.org

Services: Sunday 8:20, 10:30 a.m.

Saratoga Chabad

130 Circular Street, Saratoga Springs

518-526-0773 | saratogachabad.com

Saratoga Friends Meeting (Quaker)

571 Route 32, Quaker Springs

518-587-7477 | 518-399-5013

Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Saratoga United Methodist Church*

175 Fifth Avenue, Saratoga Springs

518-584-3720 | saratogaumc.com

Services: Sunday 8:30 and 10 a.m.

Saratoga Seventh-Day Adventist Church

399 Union Avenue, Saratoga Springs

518-587-6951 | saratogasda.org

Worship: 11 a.m.; Sabbath School 10 a.m.

Schuylerville United Methodist Church

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

Shenendehowa United Methodist

971 Route 146, Clifton Park | 518-371-7964

Services: Sunday 9 and 10:45 a.m.

Simpson United Methodist Church

1089 Rock City Road, Rock City Falls

518-885-4794 | Services: Sunday 10:45 a.m.

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Christ Crusaders of America

62 Henry St., Saratoga Springs

518-584-3122 | soulsavingstationchurch.com

Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Starpoint Church

410 21st Century Park Drive, Clifton Park

518-371-2811 | starpoint.church

Services: 9, 10:30 a.m. and Noon

Stillwater Christian Fellowship

Liberty Ridge Farm, 29 Bevis Rd., Schaghticoke

518-288-8802 | Services: 10 a.m.

Stillwater United Church

(Presbyterian U.S.A.)

747 Hudson Avenue, Stillwater

518-664-7984 | stillwaterunitedchurch.org

Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m.

Temple Sinai*

509 Broadway, Saratoga Springs

518-584-8730 | saratogasinai.org

Shabbat Services: Friday 6 or 8 p.m. (rotating schedule); Saturday 10:30 a.m.

Terra Nova Church*

45 Washington St., Saratoga Springs

518-833-0504 | terranovachurch.org

Services: Sunday 9 a.m.

The Salvation Army/ Worship, Service & Community Center

27 Woodlawn Avenue, Saratoga Springs

518-584-1640 | Praise & Worship: 11 a.m.

Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Trinity United Methodist Church

155 Ballard Road, Gansevoort

518-584-9107 | tumcwilton.com

Rev. Jeff Stratton | Services: Sunday 10 a.m.

Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Saratoga Springs*

624 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs

518-584-1555 | uusaratoga.org

Sunday 10 a.m. online; details on website

Unity Church in Albany

21 King Avenue, Albany | 518-453-3603

Services: Sunday 9, 11 a.m.

Sunday School: 11 a.m.

West Charlton United Presbyterian Church

1331 Sacandaga Road, West Charlton

518-882-9874 | westcharltonupc.org

Rev. Thomas Gregg | Sunday 10:30 a.m.

Sunday School: 10:30 a.m.

Wilton Baptist Church

755 Saratoga Road, Wilton

518-583-2736 | wiltonbaptistchurch.com

Services: Sunday 11 a.m. and 6 p.m.

Zen Buddhist Sitting Group Wilson Chapel, Skidmore College, Saratoga Springs | 518-421-2155

Services: Wednesdays 6:30 p.m.

Worship Services Holiday

The Sweetest Time of the Year

YIELDS: About 2.5 dozen cookies |

TOTAL TIME: 3.5 hours

INGREDIENTS:

*Ingredients currently available at the farmers’ market

• 3 cups all-purpose flour

• 1¼ cups granulated sugar

SATURDAYS

9:30 A.M. - 1:30 P.M. WILTON MALL | FOOD COURT

There’s nothing quite like the smell of freshly baked desserts to make you feel at home during winter. From ready-to-bake cookie dough to specialty cheesecakes, the Saratoga Farmers’ Market has something for everyone.

Introduce your friends and family to the beloved Icelandic “Loftkokur” cookie from Parchment Bakery. These delicious dark chocolate and rosemary “air cookies” are traditionally made during Christmas, perfect for teatime or a light dessert. Parchment regularly launches new items and offers samples you won’t want to miss.

This time of year, Kokinda Farm’s stand is the perfect destination for jams and jellies with seasonal favorites such as cranberry or raspberry-peach jam. Add them to thumbprint cookies, ice cream, or a warm baked brie for a delicious treat.

Pop by Saratoga Chocolate Co. for their coveted chocolate bars. Their peppermint chocolate bark is a holiday classic, the perfect gift for friends and neighbors. This year, they’re offering three hot chocolate flavors, Mayan spice, milk chocolate, and dark chocolate. We’re looking forward to their chocolate Santas in the upcoming weeks.

For those days when all you need are freshly baked cookies, Pork and Greens has you covered. Stock your freezer with ready-to-bake lard chocolate cookie dough logs. Pair the cookies with A2 milk from the Argyle Cheese Farmer. Their milk comes in four flavors: chocolate, java, strawberry, and plain. You can find both vendors next to each other at the Trusco Bank entrance.

Bring something special to the party with a box of cookies or rich fudge brownies from Cookie Lab

Confections. These adorably wrapped treats are available in seasonal flavors: “Holiday Funfetti” or “Molasses.” Val’s other signature flavors, like her Puerto Rican Mantecaditos, are a must-try.

Trouvaille surprises us every week with new specialty cheesecake slices – they’re the perfect treat to share with a loved one or enjoy on your own. Looking to share with the whole family? Preorder a Christmas cheesecake on their website. Trouvaille will only be at the market through December, so make sure you don’t miss them!

A house full of guests calls for a house full of goodies! Come by for some last-minute shopping and holiday cheer. We’ll be open on Christmas Eve with our regular hours, 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

The Saratoga Farmers Market is 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Saturdays in the food court of the Wilton Mall. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for previews of what’s fresh.

• 1 cup raw, skin-on almonds (or ¾ cup/75 grams almond flour)

• 1½ teaspoons ground cinnamon

• 1 teaspoon baking powder

• 1 teaspoon kosher salt

• 1½ cups unsalted butter (3 sticks)

• 2 large eggs*

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 1 cup/290 grams raspberry jam* (or jam of your choice, many options are available at the farmers’ market)

• Powdered sugar for dusting

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Pulse together flour and almonds in a food processor until the almonds are very finely ground. Add cinnamon, baking powder and salt, and pulse to blend. (Alternatively, whisk together flour, ground almonds or almond flour, cinnamon, baking powder and salt in a large bowl.)

2. Using an electric mixer, beat butter and sugar together on medium-high until the mixture is light, fluffy and pale, 2 to 3 minutes. Scrape down the sides of the bowl and add in eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Add vanilla extract, and beat until everything is well combined, again stopping to scrape down the bowl as necessary.

3. Add in dry ingredients all at once and mix on low speed, just until incorporated.

4. Divide dough in 2 equal pieces, and wrap each piece in cling film, patting into a 1-inch-thick disk. Chill at least 2 hours, up to 5 days ahead.

5. Heat oven to 325 degrees. Working with 1 disk at a time, roll out the dough between 2 sheets of parchment paper so it’s about ⅛ inch thick. (Because of the almonds, the dough may crack in places while you’re rolling it out. This is O.K., just patch it up with scraps.)

6. Using a round cookie cutter 2½ inches in diameter, cut out as many circles as possible. Take half of these circles and cut out a 1-inch circle from the interior of the larger circles, creating a doughnut shape that will become the top of the cookie. If the dough becomes too soft to cut and cleanly remove from parchment paper, slide it onto a cookie sheet and chill in the freezer or refrigerator for a few minutes. Gather any dough scraps, combine them and roll them out, chilling as necessary. Transfer dough circles to a parchment-lined baking sheet spaced 1 inch apart and bake until the edges are golden brown, 12 to 15 minutes.

7. To assemble the Linzer cookies, spread about a teaspoon of raspberry jam onto the flat sides of the larger circles. Dust the tops of the cutout circles with powdered sugar and place on top of the raspberry jam.

Adapted from the recipe by Alison Roman, featured in New York Times Cooking

When I was a young boy the holiday season was my family’s favorite time of year. Of course, my parents used it to its full potential to keep three boys and two girls in line. Our biggest thrill was the chance to go downtown and peek into the store front windows seeing the latest toys and letting Santa, Mom, and Dad know what we wanted under the tree. For myself and my brothers, it was especially hard to refrain from becoming the Three Stooges avoiding our usual antics and teasing of each other. If we didn’t get along then we risked getting nothing and my Dad was a man of his word. We also loved this time of year because Mom and Dad became a dynamic team and focused on our happiness instead of the day-to-day problems they faced with finance issues that were typical of the middle class back then. It seemed like Mom and Dad knew every shop owner by their first name and all the shop personnel always fussed over their children. Shopping downtown was a magical event for us. The snow-covered trees, merchants’ store fronts decorated with animated figures, holiday lights, decorations, and music. Each of us would run free to pursue the treasures that we wanted from Santa. We loved every store. For us a clothing store was a place that kept us from the toys.

SHOPPING LOCAL FOR THEHolidays

Hello my Foodie Friends!

However, the clothing store Mom loved was located on the top floor of one of the downtown buildings and you needed an elevator to get to it. An ELEVATOR!!! Do any of you remember what the older style elevators were like? It was like a carnival ride. It even had an elevator operator (what I wanted to be when I grew up). At the end of our shopping day, we would have a wonderful meal as a family, sitting exhausted filled with memories that would last a lifetime.

Consider shopping local this season. Shopping locally helps you connect with the people in your community and learn more about what is going on around you. When people come in my store during the holidays, they call out to me and exclaim; “Hello Mr. Reardon! We are some of your Foodie Friends!” Economically, spending money locally, gives back to the community. Why not make holiday shopping a family event? Shopping should be an enjoyable experience with interactions that leave us feeling good versus feeling like we have to do a chore. I find that’s far more likely to happen when I’m patronizing local independent businesses. Learn and experience product quality and durability, getting expert advice without having to waste time doing your

Maple Winter Squash Casserole

INGREDIENTS

• 1 medium pie pumpkin (3 pounds)

• 1 medium butternut squash (3 pounds)

• 1 medium acorn squash (1-1/2 pounds)

• 1/4 cup sugar

• 1/4 cup maple syrup

• 1/4 cup butter, softened

INSTRUCTIONS

• 1/2 teaspoon salt

• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

TOPPING

• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour

• 1/2 cup packed brown sugar

• 1/2 cup old-fashioned oats

• 1/2 cup cold butter, cubed

• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts

own research. Aside from the experience, physical contact with an item makes people feel more certain about a purchase decision. When you go to a store, you know what you’re getting. The price is there. There’s no shipping fee. You can see the item, hold the item, and get the instant gratification you desire from buying the item. Savor the sights, sounds and smells of the season while shopping. During the holidays the shops are filled with festive decorations, sounds and smells. When you step through the doors and hear “Jingle Bells” or “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year” playing throughout the store, you can’t help singing along as you walk around.

Another great experience of shopping in your local shops is to spend time out shopping with the family. Your holiday tradition may involve shopping with your children, your spouse, or your

Preheat oven to 400°. Cut pumpkin and squashes in half lengthwise; discard seeds or save for toasting. Place pumpkin and squashes in 2 greased 15x10x1-in. baking pans, cut side down. Bake, uncovered, 40-50 minutes or until tender. Cool slightly; scoop out pulp and place in a large bowl. Mash pulp with sugar, maple syrup, butter, salt and cinnamon. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. In a small bowl, mix flour, brown sugar and oats; cut in butter until crumbly. Stir in walnuts. Sprinkle over squash mixture. Bake, uncovered, 35-40 minutes or until bubbly and topping is golden brown.

recipe courtesy of beyonddiet.com

friends or an event to shop for gifts then go to your favorite restaurant for lunch or dinner. This holiday season; visit our beautiful city of Saratoga Springs and all of the unique shops within the city for those special treasures. Make it an event where you actually spend time with people (and not the computer) to select those special gifts to give.

Cherish your moments together and stop by and fulfill your holiday

Office for the Aging Lunch Program

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culinary needs at Compliments to the Chef, your Neighborhood Kitchen and Cutlery store located of 33 Railroad Place, Saratoga Springs. This holiday season, shop local and nab those ideal gifts for the ones you love. Remember my Foodie Friends, “Life Happens in the Kitchen.”

Take Care, John & Paula

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Here is a delicious Holiday Recipe to serve during our chilly evenings to help keep the shoppers ready for an exciting holiday season.

This Week’s Events: December 9-15 �� =family friendly

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 9

Tang Holiday Bazaar

Tang Teaching Museum, 815 N. Broadway, Saratoga Springs

3:30 – 6 p.m. | Join the Tang Student Advisory Council for the annual Tang Holiday Bazaar, a marketplace for Skidmore students to sell a variety of wares, including art, jewelry, clothing, pottery, and more!

Diabetes Support Group Online

Zoom Program, December 9 at Noon -1 p.m. Cornell Cooperative Extension of Saratoga County will host an informal support group via Zoom for people with diabetes or prediabetes. There is no fee for the support group. Topics will vary and may be based on the interest of the group. Register and join at this link: cornell. zoom.us/meeting/register/ tJ0sd-msqjojH90PQcYxu FAxxTbMiwQKjXyE

Saratoga Holiday Market ��

Saratoga Arts, 320 Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Find your one-of-a-kind handmade gifts this season at Saratoga Arts’ Holiday Market!

You can support our selection of talented, unique local artists every Friday and Saturday through December 24. We will feature new artists every weekend. Hours

Fridays: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. and Saturday Noon – 4 p.m.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 10

Defensive Driving Class

Saratoga Springs United Methodist Church, 175 Fifth Ave., Saratoga Springs | 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. New York State approved Defensive Driving Class. Save 10% on your base auto insurance for the next three years & receive up to 4 points off your driving record according to New York

State department of Motor Vehicle guidelines. Fee: $35 per person. Bring a friend fee is $30 each. Portion of fee goes to Saratoga Springs United Methodist Church. Registration is required & can be made by calling Ray Frankoski at 518-286-3788.

The Academy for Lifelong Learning Book Fair ��

Barnes & Noble, Wilton Square, 3039 Route 50, Saratoga Springs

9 a.m. – 5 p.m. | A portion of the proceeds from your purchases will benefit the Academy. Stop by the Academy’s table anytime between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. for a voucher. Just hand the voucher to the cashier at checkout or mention the Academy (A.L.L.). Share the news with family and friends and help raise money for Academy programs.

HOPE Pet Adoption Clinic ��

HOPE Pet Adoption Center, Wilton Mall, 3065 Route 50, Saratoga Springs | 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Come see our adorable adoptable cats and dogs and give a furry friend a home for the holidays this year! See our available animals at hopeanimalrescue.org

Free Lunch ��

The Malta Ridge United Methodist Church, 729 Malta Avenue Extension, Malta Ridge

11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. | A soup and sandwich lunch will be served at no charge from. All are welcome. For additional information or directions please call the Church at 518-581-0210.

Annual Holiday Cookie Sale

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The Galway United Methodist Church, Corner of Route 147 and CR 45, Village of Galway | 10 a.m.

“In-person” sales. This is the oldest and only continuously held sale in the area. Sales will commence at 10 a.m. and continue until sold out. Come early for the best selection. Contact Sharyn Kalinkewicz at 518-928-0179 for information.

and open to the public. Preregistration is required, limit 40. Stop in or call 518-885-5022 to reserve your spot today!

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 11

Monthly Breakfast ��

Options are available for those that prefer to remain socially distant.

Legacy of Excellence:

Thoroughbred Racing in Saratoga Springs

1956 to 2008

National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame, 191 Union Ave., Saratoga Springs | Noon. Renowned author and racing historian Michael Veitch will discuss his new book Legacy of Excellence: Thoroughbred Racing in Saratoga Springs 1956 to 2008. Veitch will bring to life the stories of the on-track excellence of Saratoga racing during this period and the politics involved in the New York Racing Association’s franchise oversight of the track. A book signing will follow the presentation. The event is free to attend, and books will be available to purchase.

10th Annual Wreaths for Veterans ��

Various Locations (see below) Noon | Veterans and their families will be honored with the laying of wreaths by members of the Glenville Hills Garden Club. Galway Junior-Senior High School, Galway Town Hall, Galway Village Park, Gideon Hawley Park in Charlton, Providence Town Hall and the Scotch Church Cemetery in West Charlton. The public is invited.

Winter Concert ��

Ballston Spa Public Library, 21 Milton Avenue, Ballston Spa 1 p.m. | Friends of the Ballston Spa Public Library is pleased to announce A Dan Berggren Concert Seasoned with Winter Songs and Stories. Kick off the holiday season with this free, all-ages concert. Dan Berggren is a tradition-based songsmith who writes with honesty, humor, and a strong sense of place. His songs explore the many dimensions of home, hard-working folks, taking care of our planet and each other. Light refreshments will be served. This event is free

Fish Creek Rod & Gun Club, 123 NY-32, Schuylerville | 8 – 11 a.m. Come join Santa from 9 – 11 a.m. Menu: choose from pancakes – regular, buckwheat, apple cinnamon and blueberry or French toast. Eggs to order, home fries, bacon or sausage, toast, coffee and orange juice.

Jane Austen Birthday Tea

Inn at Saratoga, 231 Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 1:30 – 4:30 p.m. Hosted by the Jane Austen Society of North America (JASNA)-New York Capital Region. Local author Heather Moll will discuss her latest novel, an appearance of Goodness, a murder mystery set at Pemberley. The mystery theme will continue with a discussion of the many Jane Austen mystery series. Cost is $40 includes a raffle ticket for Austen-related items, an Afternoon High Tea, and Jane’s Birthday Cake. Reserve your place by contacting jasnanycaptitalregion@gmail.com. Payment due before December 1. Payable to JASNA NYS Capital Region and send to: JASNA, NYCR, c/o Nancy Duell, 56 Fifth Street, Glens Falls, NY 12801. For additional information, contact Nancy at 1 518-321-1887 or jasnanycaptitalregion@gmail.com

MONDAY, DECEMBER 12

Nature on the Move ��

Camp Saratoga North, Wilton Wildlife Preserve, 80 Scout Rd., Wilton | 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Come enjoy nature with others looking to get outside. This walk is geared towards gentle exercise and those with basic fitness levels. Snowshoe rentals will be available 15 minutes prior to the program at $3/pair. Registration is required at least one business day in advance. To register, visit wiltonpreserve.org/education/ calendar or call 518-450-0321.

The Talk Live with Santa Show Star Radio, 93.3FM | 6 – 8 p.m. Saratoga’s Star Radio is excited

to bring back a warm family tradition for the holiday season. You can hear area children on the air telling Santa what they want for Christmas. The holiday programing will also air on December 13, 15 and 19, 6 – 8 p.m. which can be heard locally on 93.3FM, as well as globally via a mobile app and online stream at starsaratoga.com.

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13

Using an Android Phone or Tablet

Clifton Park-Halfmoon

Public Library, 475 Moe Rd., Clifton Park | 10:30 a.m.

Get to know and love your device! Learn how to connect with people, surf the web, check email, play games, watch movies, and take photos. This program is intended for participants that are new to, or are considering purchasing, an Android device (Google Pixel, Samsung Galaxy, etc.). Registration required. 518371-8622. www.cphlibrary.org

Pierogi Sale

Christ the Savior Church, 349 Eastline Rd., Ballston Lake Pick up 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

As usual we will have potato/ cheese, sauerkraut, and (limited) farmer’s cheese pierogi. All pierogi orders are still $10/dozen. Please call 518-363-0001. Limited quantity of stuffed clams may be available as well. Please order early as we expect large requests.

Tiffany Treasures of the Albany Rural Cemetery

Van Schaick Island Country Club, 201 Continental Ave., Cohoes | 7 p.m. | The famed Tiffany Studios not only produced exquisite stained-glass windows for churches and civic buildings but had a department specializing in monument design from the 1890s until the company’s closure. Since 2018, Albany Rural Cemetery has identified scores of examples of Tiffany Studios memorials ranging from an early significant Celtic Revival cross to stained glass windows in family vaults. The talk is part of the Waterford Historical Museum and Cultural Center’s annual Winter Lecture Series at the Admission: $10. For more information, contact info@ waterfordmuseum.com.

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Local Magicians

S. W. Pitts Hose Co. of Latham, 226 Old Loudon Road, Latham

7 p.m. | The local group of The Society of American Magicians, Assembly #24, meets the second Tuesday of the month. We welcome all persons, age 16 and older, with any interest in the art of magic whether it be: performance, history, collecting or purely entertainment to join us for a fun evening. For more information about our organization, or for a link to a local magician, visit our web site: www.sam24.synthasite.com.

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 14

Upcoming Events save the date

Chicken Marsala Dinner Take Out

Saratoga Wilton Elks, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs

4:30 – 6 p.m. | Take out only. Call Monday or Tuesday between 10 a.m. – Noon to place an order. 518584-2585. Menu: Chicken Marsala with pasta, vegetable, salad, roll. Dinner for 2 / $30. (Cash only).

Santa’s Playland ��

Quick Response Restoration, 2077 Route 9, Round Lake

Saratoga Youth Symphony Winter Performance ��

The Saratoga Youth Symphony will be performing at the Presbyterian-New England Congregational Church on 24 Circular Street, Saratoga Springs on Saturday, December 17 at 7 p.m. Free Admission.

Nutcracker ��

Albany. Ticket proceeds directly support the Saratoga Springs Youth Ballet, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Tickets available at www.eventbrite.com. General Admission: $35; seniors and students: $28; children under 3: free. The Performing Arts Center at the University at Albany is located at 1400 Washington Ave, Albany, NY 12222

Havurah Vatik

of Eastern Europe: the ”voice of the Jewish Heart.” Don’t forget your dancing shoes. They always inspire us to tap, clap, and move. A festive catered lunch featuring LATKES follows the program. We need your RSVP by December 14. Call the Temple Sinai Havurah Vatik reservation line at 518-5848730, ext. 4.

Light in the Darkness

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Santa Paws Pet Photo Event

The Car Shoppe, 1110 US-9, Queensbury | 1 – 5 p.m. Bring your pet(s) along with a $5 donation and get your photo taken with Santa! For every donation made at this event, The Car Shoppe will match it 100%!

The Car Shoppe is committed to giving back to our local communities — including to the furry members in shelters — to help keep everyone safe and healthy. All proceeds are benefiting H.O.P.E (Homes for Orphaned Pets Exist) animal shelter, who will be on-site. This could be the perfect opportunity to find your furever friend as well! Here is the link to our Facebook Event Page: https:// fb.me/e/24jrr7Jvh

5 – 11 p.m. | Open to the public on Wednesdays – Sundays through January 6. Toys for Tots and the US Marine Corps will be on site December 9 and 10, 5 – 11 p.m. to collect new, unwrapped toys. Donations can be made from December 1 – 10. Admission is free.

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 15

Artisan’s Market ��

Brookside Museum, Saratoga County History Center, 21 Fairground Ave., Ballston Spa

Noon – 5 p.m. | The market will feature only handcrafted products created by local artisans. Everything from natural soaps and lotions to unique ornaments and jewelry to delicious syrups and edibles – simply the best that our community has to offer.

Thursdays, Noon – 5 p.m. Fridays 11 a.m. – 6 p.m., Saturdays 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Sundays 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. The market will run until December 24. www. brooksidemuseum.com

Saratoga Springs Youth Ballet presents the Nutcracker featuring over 100 local dancers ages 5- 18 years old, and special guests Sarah MacGregor, Aram Hengen, and Aaron Moore. Choreography by Joan Kilgore Anderson and Cristiane Santos showcases the talent and hard work of SSYB’s dedicated young dancers. Performances held on Saturday, December 17, 1 and 7 p.m. and Sunday, December 18, 2 p.m. at the Performing Arts Center at the University at

December Event, Hannukah Celebration, Tuesday, December 20 at 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Held at Congregation Shaara Tfille, located at 84 Weibel Ave., Saratoga Springs. Join local musicians of the Adirondack Klezmer Band for their return appearance to celebrate the Hannukah festival. We are excited to welcome them back this year with more seasonal and traditional music. The energetic ensemble will treat us to Hannukah tunes as well as the Klezmer melodies and dances

A service of Comfort & Home for the longest night of the year. Wednesday, December 21, at 7 p.m. Christmas can be a painful time. The constant, inescapable refrain about the happiness of the season reminds many people of what they have lost or have never had. Broken or lost relationships, employment and financial insecurity, poor health, depression-all of these can be more difficult as the nights lengthen and the cold intrudes. Recognizing that Christ came to comfort those who struggle with sadness and pain, First Presbyterian Church will host a community service of scripture, prayer, music, and candle lighting to invite God’s Word to shine light into our darkness. Everyone, regardless of church background (or no religious affiliation) is welcome. The church is located at 22 West High St., Ballston Spa.

Entertainment & Arts Home Made Theater Holds Open

Auditions for ‘night, Mother on Dec. 12 & 13

Goo Goo Dolls,

O.A.R. Announce SPAC Date for

Summer 2023

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

Home Made Theater announces open auditions for their March/ April production of ‘night, Mother*, written by Marsha Norman. This production will be directed by Jonathan Hefter.

The auditions will be held on Monday, Dec. 12 and Tuesday, Dec. 13 starting at 6:30 p.m. at Home Made Theater’s headquarters at the Wilton Mall (near JCPenney).

The cast consists of two woman, ages approximately 30s40s, and 50s-60s.

On a seemingly normal evening in a small house on an isolated country road, we meet Thelma Cates (Mama), an aging

mother and widow who lives with her daughter, Jessie. Unsatisfied and depressed, Jessie struggles with life as an unemployed epileptic. Jessie’s father is dead. Her loveless marriage ended in divorce. Her absent son is a petty thief and ne’er-do-well. Her last job didn’t work out. In general, her life is stale and unprofitable. As the play begins, Jessie announces nonchalantly to her mother that she plans to commit suicide that night. Over the course of the evening, the two reveal long-hidden truths to one another, building towards a stunning and deeply disturbing moment—a moment never to be forgotten by those who have

witnessed and come to understand Jessie’s plight. Mirrored in the intensity of the house’s living room and kitchen, the play takes place in real time in an urgent and desperate exploration of loneliness, secrets, and honesty. ‘night, Mother is the Winner of the 1983 Pulitzer Prize for Drama and the Susan Smith Blackburn Prize, and was nominated for the Tony Award for Best Play.

Actors should prepare a brief monologue of their choice. Actors will also be provided excerpts from the script upon arrival. Please bring a current photo (cannot be returned) and resume. No appointment necessary.

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

The Goo Goo Dolls this week announced details for their summer 2023 Big Night Out Tour with O.A.R.

The band, formed in Buffalo in 1986, kicks off the tour July 24 in Florida, and will stage a show at Saratoga Performing Arts Center on Aug. 8.

Tickets go on-sale Friday, Dec. 9 at www.googoodolls.com/tour.

Goo Goo Dolls will be partnering with Joe Torre Safe At Home for the tour, a nonprofit founded in 2002 by Ali and Joe Torre to provide healing and education services to youth who have been traumatized by exposure to violence including domestic violence, child abuse, teen dating abuse, and sexual assault to help break the cycle of violence.

O.A.R. will also perform.

Week of December 9 – December 15, 2022

Jazz, Rock, Comedy on December Slate at Park Theater

GLENS FALLS —

The Park Theater Foundation will present a variety of shows throughout December as part of their 2022/23 season.

UPCOMING EVENTS

INCLUDE:

Dec. 15 - ‘Third Thursday

Jazz’ with The Matt Niedbalski Trio featuring the GNP Trio. Experience some of the best jazz music in the Capital Region.

Tickets: $10. 7:30 p.m.

Dec. 30 - Chestnut Grove & Friends featuring Precious Metals and Grape Juice. High-energy rock ‘n roll. Tickets: Early Bird$15, Day Of Show - $20. Doors: 7:15 pm | Showtime: 8 pm.

Dec. 31 - ‘New Year’s Eve Dinner & Comedy Show’ featuring a performance by acclaimed comedian, Mike Lebovitz. This event will include a three-course prix-fixe menu, a champagne greeting station and cocktail hour

from 6-7 p.m. Tickets: $99. Doors: 6 p.m., dinner 7 p.m., showtime 8:15 p.m.

Located at 14 Park Street,

Super 400, Sirsy to perform at Free Spa City Birthday Bash Dec. 17

Glens Falls. For further information and to purchase tickets, visit parktheatergf.com/events or phone 518-792-1150.

Saratoga Springs Youth Ballet Presents Nutcracker Dec. 17

ALBANY — Saratoga Springs Youth Ballet presents the Nutcracker, featuring more than 100 local dancers ages 5- 18 years old, and special guests Sarah MacGregor, Aram Hengen, and Aaron Moore.

The choreography by Joan Kilgore Anderson and Cristiane Santos showcases the talent and hard work of SSYB’s dedicated young dancers.

Performances will be held at 1 and 7 p.m. on Saturday, Dec 17 and 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec 18 at the Performing Arts Center at the University at Albany.

General Admission: $35; seniors and students: $28; children under 3: free. All ticket proceeds directly support the Saratoga Springs Youth Ballet, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

Tickets available at www. eventbrite.com. The Performing Arts Center at the University at Albany is located at 1400 Washington Ave.

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

A free show celebrating the birthday of Nippertown owner Jim Gilbert’s birthday will be staged Saturday, Dec. 17 at Putnam Place. Doors open at 7 p.m., show

starts at 8 and entertainment includes longtime Capital Region ensembles Super 400 and Sirsy. Putnam Place is located at 63A Putnam St., opposite the Saratoga Springs Public library.

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

The Purchasing Department of Saratoga County will receive sealed bids until 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, January 10, 2023, at which time bids will be publicly opened and read aloud for Sewer District Asbestos and Mold

Remediation at the Saratoga County

Sewer District #1 Maintenance Facility, 523 South Main Street, Mechanicville, NY 12118, as per specification 23-SDAMR-1. No pre-bid conference will be scheduled. A tour will be provided at the Maintenance Facility located at 523 S. Main Street, Mechanicville, NY at the request of any potential bidder. SCSD #1 staff will be available to answer questions.

Bid documents may only be obtained on or after Monday, December 12, 2022 from the Empire State Bid System at no cost from the following website: www. empirestatebidsystem.com

Saratoga County, through its Purchasing Department, reserves the right to reject parts of any or all bids.

JOHN T. WARMT, Director of Purchasing Saratoga County

12/09/2022, 115718

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

The Purchasing Department of Saratoga County will receive sealed bids in person or electronically through the Empire State Purchasing Website until 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, December 28, 2022, at which time bids will be publicly opened for Snowplow and Grader Blades, as per specification 22-PWPB-14R. Bid forms and instructions are available at the Purchasing Office, 50 W. High Street, Ballston Spa, NY between 9:00 a.m. & 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday (telephone518-885-2210) or at the Empire State Purchasing Group website (www. empirestatebidsystem.com)

Saratoga County, through its Purchasing Department, reserves the right to reject parts of any or all bids.

JOHN T. WARMT, Director of Purchasing Saratoga County

12/09/2022, 115729

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

The Purchasing Department of Saratoga County will receive sealed

bids in person or electronically through the Empire State Purchasing System Website until 11:00 a.m. on the following dates at which time bids will be publicly opened and read aloud:

January 26, 2023 - Pavement Service

Rates, specification 23-PWPSR-46R

January 31, 2023 - Auto Parts, specification 23-PWAP-15R

February 08, 2023 - Tires and Tubes, specification 23-PWTT-27R

Bid forms and instructions are available at the Purchasing Office, 50 W. High Street, Ballston Spa, NY between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday (telephone518-885-2210) or at the Empire State Purchasing Group website (www. empirestatebidsystem.com).

Saratoga County, through its Purchasing Department, reserves the right to reject parts of any or all bids.

12/09/2022, 115719

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

The Purchasing Department of Saratoga County, 50 West High Street, Ballston Spa, NY 12020 will receive sealed bids until 11:00 a.m.

Thursday, January 19, 2023 at which time bids will be publicly opened and read aloud for the Saratoga Springs Pump Station and Sewer Upgrades covered by the following:

Contract No. 23-SDSSU-1(G-1) –

General Construction

Contract No. 23-SDSSU-1(E-1) –

Electrical Construction

Contract No. 23-SDSSU1(HVAC-1) – HVAC Construction

Contract No. 23-SDSSU-1(P-1) –

Plumbing Construction

A pre-bid conference will be held on Tuesday, December 20, 2022 at the Saratoga County Sewer District #1 Office, 1002 Hudson River Road, Mechanicville, New York 12118 beginning at 10:00 a.m. No other pre-bid conference will be scheduled.

Bid documents may be examined on or after Tuesday, December 6, 2022 at the SCSD #1, 1002 Hudson River Road, Mechanicville, NY 12118

Bid documents may only be obtained on or after Tuesday, December 6, 2022 from The Empire State Bid System at no cost from the following website:

LEGALS

www.empirestatebidsystem.com

Saratoga County, through its Purchasing Department, reserves the right to reject any or all bids. All work shall be subject to equal opportunity in employment, State wage rates and all other requirements in accordance with applicable law.

JOHN T. WARMT, Director of Purchasing Saratoga County

12/09/2022, 115740

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE TO SATISFY GARAGEMAN’S LIEN

to wit: Saratoga Car Rental Inc. Dba Matts of Saratoga, 300 Maple Ave, Suite 3, Saratoga Springs NY 12866 NYS DMV#:712866 (518) 587-5300

The following vehicles will be sold at public auction 9:15 AM 12/16/22, to satisfy a garageman’s lien of the undersigned & was towed, stored and/or repaired for RE: 2008 Nissan Armada VIN: 5N1AA08C18N611939; Warren J Daniels, Jr./: 2015 Jeep Patriot VIN: 1C4NJRBB3FD332182; John R. Harris, Credit Acceptance Corp./2016 Toyota Rav 4 VIN: 2T3ZFREV5GW260267; Virginia Dept of Motor Vehicle, NLH Property Management Services, Inc./2018 Subaru Forester VIN: JF2SJARC4JH538617; Christopher M. Dunn, Kimberley Goral. 12/02, 12/09/2022. 115664

Notice of formation of 1053 Brewing LLC. Articles of Org. filed with NY Secretary of State (NS) on May 06, 2014, office location: Saratoga County, NS is designated as agent upon whom process may be served, NS shall mail service of process (SOP) to 1053 Brewing LLC @ 381 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866, purpose is any lawful purpose. 12/09, 12/16, 12/23/2022, 01/06, 01/13, 01/20/2023. 115741

Notice is hereby given that a license, number pending, for beer, liquor and wine has been applied for by the undersigned* to sell beer, liquor, and wine at retail in a restaurant under the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law at 2007 Doubleday Ave., Ballston Spa, NY 12020. Village of Ballston Spa, Saratoga County in which the

premises are located for on premises consumption.

*Patricia Padilla Delapaz Taqueria Quadalajara LLC 12/09, 12/16/2022. 115727

Notice of formation of SVTP Consulting LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 10/13/2022

Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 956 Mac Arthur Dr., Ballston Spa, NY 12020.

Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 12/09, 12/16, 12/23/2022, 01/06, 01/13, 01/20/2023. 115720

Notice of formation of Kelab Golds LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 11/15/2022 Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: BCOGI, 16 Slayton Way Roxbury Ma 02119. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 12/09, 12/16, 12/23/2022, 01/06, 01/13, 01/20/2023. 115712

Notice of formation of SARA’s Books LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 11/30/2022 Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 638 Grooms Road, Clifton Park, NY 12065-5900.

Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 12/09, 12/16, 12/23/2022, 01/06, 01/13, 01/20/2023. 115704

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY.

NAME: BLUE STAR PAINTING LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 12/01/2022 Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY has been Designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC, PO BOX 453 Mechanicville, NY 12118. Purpose: For Any lawful

purpose. 12/09, 12/16, 12/23/2022, 01/06, 01/13, 01/20/2023. 115698

Notice of formation of Back to Basics Natural Health LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 08/30/22 Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: PO Box 2920, Malta, NY 12020. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 12/09, 12/16, 12/23/2022, 01/06, 01/13, 01/20/2023. 115683

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a license, number 2234050, for beer, wine, liquor and cider has been applied for the undersigned to sell beer, wine, liquor and cider at retail in a restaurant under the Alcoholic Beverage Control Law at 42 Old Schuylerville Road, Greenwich, New York for on premises consumption, Irish Dream Limited Liability Company d/b/a Hogan’s Tavern. 12/02, 12/09. 115642

P3 MEYER ROAD, LLC

Notice of Formation of the above Limited Liability Company (“LLC”). Articles of Organization (DOM LLC) filed with the Secretary of State of New York (“SSNY”) on November 7, 2022, Office location, County of Saratoga. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of any such process served to: P3 MEYER ROAD, LLC, P.O. Box 1124, Clifton Park NY 12065. Purpose: Any lawful act. 12/02, 12/09, 12/16, 12/23/2022, 01/06, 01/13/2023. 115656

Notice of Qualification of Frontier Risk Insurance Services LLC. Authority filed with the Secretary of State of New York on, 10/18/2022. Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to: Harker & Associates, PLLC, 36 Long Alley, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 12/02, 12/09, 12/16, 12/23/2022, 01/06, 01/13/2023. 115644

Notice of Organization of Limited Liability Company. The name of the limited liability company is LARUSSA GIFTS LLC (hereinafter referred to as the “Company”).

The Articles of Organization of the Company were filed with the secretary of State on November 15, 2022. The office of the Company is located in Saratoga County. The Secretary of State has been designated as Agent upon whom process against the company may be served. The post office address to which the Secretary of State Shall mail process is c/o the Company, 493 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, New York 12831. 12/02, 12/09, 12/16, 12/23/2022, 01/06, 01/13/2023. 115635

Notice of formation of Charboneau Home Solutions LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 09/27/2022

Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 12 Ascot Circle, Apt 2, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866.

Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 11/25, 12/02, 12/09, 12/16, 12/23/2022, 01/06/2023. 115569

Notice of formation of Center for Informed Grief LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 11/15/2022

Office: Saratoga County. LEGALINC Corporate Services has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at 118 White Road, Ballston Spa, NY 12020 Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 11/25, 12/02, 12/09, 12/16, 12/23/2022, 01/06/2023. 115552

Notice of formation of ThisDish LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 08/26/2022 Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 49 Fairway Blvd, Saratoga Springs, NY 12831. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 11/18, 11/25, 12/02, 12/09, 12/16, 12/23/2022. 115505

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF PROFESSIONAL LIMITED

LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME:

Luciani Psychotherapy LCSW, PLLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 9/14/2022. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the PLLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the PLLC, 12 Fairway Blvd, Gansevoort, NY 12831. Purpose: For any lawful purpose. 11/18, 11/25, 12/02, 12/09, 12/16, 12/23/2022. 115499

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY

NAME: Amy The Web Geek LLC Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 07/27/2022. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC, 105 Traver Road Apt 29, Gansevoort, NY 12831.

Purpose: For any lawful purpose. 11/18, 11/25, 12/02, 12/09, 12/16, 12/23/2022. 115487

Notice of formation of GLOCAL VALLEY LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 07/22/2022 Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 3 Windsor Dr, Clifton Park NY 12065. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 11/18, 11/25, 12/02, 12/09, 12/16, 12/23/2022.

115455

RECLAIMING MIA ALL THINGS

HOME LLC, a domestic LLC, filed with the SSNY on 11/09/2022. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY is designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail process to, RECLAIMING MIA ALL THINGS HOME LLC, 20 Deer Run Hollow, Clifton Park, NY 12065.

Purpose: General business purposes.

11/18, 11/25, 12/02, 12/09, 12/16, 12/23/2022. 115434

Notice of formation of Adirondack

Cruise & Charter LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of N.Y. (SSNY) on 11/4/2022. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon which process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to the LLC, 26 Wincrest Drive, Queensbury, NY 12804. Purpose: Any lawful activity.

11/11, 11/18, 11/25, 12/02, 12/09, 12/16/2022. 115417

KREY BOULEVARD STORAGE, LLC - NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY

COMPANY. Articles of Organization filed in the Secretary of State of New York on October 26, 2022, Office location: Saratoga County, Secretary of State of New York is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. Secretary of State may mail a copy of any process to the LLC to Ryan Blass, 9 Morris Lane, Clifton Park, New York 12065, who is the registered agent of the LLC. Latest date to dissolve – LLC is perpetual, Purpose: for all legal purposes. 11/11, 11/18, 11/25, 12/02, 12/09, 12/16/2022. 115411

Notice of formation of Lakewood Music LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 09/22/2022 Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 125 Main St., South Glens Falls, NY 12803. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 11/11, 11/18, 11/25, 12/02, 12/09, 12/16/2022. 115400

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY.

NAME: Sackatoga Stable #28 LLC Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on November 8, 2022. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC, 60 Railroad Place, Ste 101 Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: For any lawful purpose. 11/11, 11/18, 11/25, 12/02, 12/09, 12/16/2022. 115383

Notice of formation of DCP Brewing LLC. Articles of Org. filed with NY Secretary of State (NS) on May 28, 2021, office location: Saratoga County, NS is designated as agent upon whom process may be served, NS shall mail service of process (SOP) to DCP Brewing LLC @ 40 Franklin Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866, purpose is any lawful purpose. 11/11, 11/18, 11/25, 12/02, 12/09, 12/16/2022.

Notice of formation of Uncle Frank’s Apartments, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 12/31/2021 Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 215 Thimbleberry Rd. Malta, NY 12020. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 11/11, 11/18, 11/25, 12/02, 12/09, 12/16/2022. 115338

Notice of Formation of Imperial Decking and Services Group LLC, a domestic limited liability company (LLC). Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on November 2, 2022. Office location: Saratoga County. Principal business location: 35 Pico Rd, Clifton Park, NY 12065. SSNY is designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of any process served against the LLC to c/o the LLC, 35 Pico Rd, Clifton Park, NY 12065. Purpose: decking service, and any other purpose.

11/11, 11/18, 11/25, 12/02, 12/09, 12/16/2022. 115332

Notice of formation of 1-3 Nolan Road LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 10/29/2022 Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 1-3 Nolan Road LLC 578 Wilton Gansevoort Road Gansevoort, New York 12831. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 11/11, 11/18, 11/25, 12/02, 12/09, 12/16/2022. 115318

NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. The name of the Limited Liability Company is Edinburg News LLC (hereinafter referred to as the “Company”). The Articles of Organization of the Company were filed with the New York State Secretary of State on October 25, 2022. The County within New York in which the office of the Company is to be located is Saratoga. The Secretary of State has been designated as agent upon whom process against the Company may be served. The post office address to which the Secretary of State shall mail process is c/o LLC, 1370 North Shore Road, Hadley, New York 12835. The purpose of the business of the Company is to engage in any lawful act or activity for which limited liability companies may be organized under the Limited Liability Company Law. 11/11, 11/18, 11/25, 12/02, 12/09, 12/16/2022. 115305

Notice of formation of CME Events, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 10/05/2022 Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 121 Virginia Place, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 11/04, 11/11, 11/18, 11/25, 12/02, 12/09/2022. 115286

Notice of formation of StJacques Holdings LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 10/28/2022 Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 11 Newington Ave., Wilton, NY 12831. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 11/04, 11/11, 11/18, 11/25, 12/02, 12/09/2022.

115274

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY.

NAME: Fawn MUA LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 10/15/2021. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY has

been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC, 2 Finish Line Court, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866.

Purpose: For any lawful purpose. 11/04, 11/11, 11/18, 11/25, 12/02, 12/09/2022. 115267

NOTICE OF FORMATION

Limited Liability Company (LLC). The name of the LLC is Unbullivable LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York on October 7, 2022. The purpose for which the LLC has been formed is to engage in any lawful act or activity. The County within the State of New York in which the principal office of the LLC is to be located is Saratoga. The Secretary of State is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against the LLC may be served. The Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process to the LLC, 165 Lake Avenue, Saratoga Springs, New York 12866. 11/04, 11/11, 11/18, 11/25, 12/02, 12/09/2022. 115261

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY.

NAME: 518 D&K Heating and Cooling, LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 10/27/2022. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC, 86B Rodgers Lane, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866.

Purpose: For any lawful purpose. 11/04, 11/11, 11/18, 11/25, 12/02, 12/09/2022. 115231

Notice of formation of The Shasta Bar LLC. Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York on 09/29/2023 Office: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as the LLC’s agent upon whom process against it may be served. A copy of process should be mailed to the LLC at: 616 N Broadway Malta NY 12020. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 11/04, 11/11, 11/18, 11/25, 12/02, 12/09/2022. 115174

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY.

NAME: KPO Holdings LLC Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on October 26, 2022. Office location: Saratoga County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC, 11 Manning Cove Rd Ballston Spa, NY 12020.

Purpose: For any lawful purpose. 11/04, 11/11, 11/18, 11/25, 12/02, 12/09/2022. 115168

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This Week: Flair, Flare Flair refers to a natural ability or aptitude to do something. She has a natural talent and flair for performing on stage. Flare refers to a bright light or flame.

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Sports Sports

Spa Catholic Boys Basketball Wins

Mike Beson Memorial Tournament

SARATOGA SPRINGS —

The Saratoga Central Catholic boys’ basketball team kicked off their season on a strong note last week, winning a pair of games to capture the Mike Beson Memorial Tournament Championship on Nov. 26.

The Saints opened the tournament, and their 2022-23 season, with a 55-39 win over Loudonville Christian in the first round on Nov. 25. Ronan Rowe led the team with 14 points in the win, while Justin Duscher added 13. Aidan Dunne, Aidan Crowther, and Tyler Weygand each scored eight points for the Saints.

Spa Catholic captured the tournament championship the following day, holding off North Warren for a 54-53 victory.

Duscher was named Tournament

MVP for the Saints.

The team kept up its strong start to the year on Nov. 30, holding off South Glens Falls in a 49-48 win. The Saints took the lead over SGF with 7.4 seconds remaining on a free throw by Duscher, and Hunter Fales sealed the win by blocking a go-ahead three-point attempt from the Bulldogs in the final seconds.

Ballston Spa Boys Basketball Opens Season With Win Over Averill Park

BALLSTON SPA —

The Ballston Spa varsity boys’ basketball team opened its season with a win on Tuesday, cruising past Averill Park for a 63-30 victory at home.

Dunne led the team with 16 points in the victory, with Weygand adding 10. Duscher had eight points for the Saints.

The Saints continued their schedule on Dec. 6, opening Wasaren League play with a 76-46 loss to Tamarac on the road. Saratoga Central Catholic will play at Cambridge today at 7:30 p.m.

SARATOGA GIRLS XC WINS NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP

PORTLAND, OR —

The Saratoga Springs girls’ crosscountry team captured the Nike Cross Nationals Girls 5K team championship in Portland, Oregon, capping off a stretch of five championships in five weeks for the Blue Streak runners.

Saratoga won the Section 2 Class A Championship on Nov. 5, the NYSPHSAA Class A State Championship on Nov. 12, and the New York State Federation Championship on Nov. 19.

And just a week after that, the cross-country squad, competing as Kinetic Running Club at the Nike events, cruised to a victory in the Girls New York Championship 5K at the Nike Cross Regionals New York and New England. They kept it rolling this past Saturday, Dec. 3, finishing first with a team score of 81 points at the Cross Nationals.

Emily Bush (17:52.3) had the top finish of the Kinetic runners at Nationals, placing 30th out of 195 runners. McKinley Wheeler (17:57.3) finished 33rd, while Alycia Hart (18:04.9) was 42nd. Sheridan Wheeler placed 46th (18:06.5), Anya Belisle (18:15.3) was 59th, and Heidi Berglund finished 113th (19:00.9).

Natalie Wilding (19:44.6) was 161st.

Kinetic’s team score of 81 points was well ahead of second-place, with

Niwot, a team out of Niwot, CO, finishing second (109 points).

See below for results from the team’s previous four races:

SECTION 2

CLASS A CHAMPIONSHIP

Saratoga had the top four finishers at the Sectional Championship race and placed eight runners in the top 15. The Blue Streaks recorded a team score of 19, finishing ahead of second-place Bethlehem (48 points).

Bush (17:41.7) finished first, Sheridan Wheeler (18:09.8) was second, Belisle (18:19.9) placed third, and McKinley Wheeler (18:20.9) finished fourth. Wilding placed ninth (19:19.3), with Hart in 11th (19:20.5). Katie Turner finished 12th (19:25.4), and Berglund was 14th (19:35.6).

NYSPHSAA CLASS A STATE CHAMPIONSHIP

In the state championships at Vernon-Verona-Sherrill High School in Verona, the Blue Streaks placed four runners in the top 10 finishers. With a team score of 23 points, Saratoga cruised past the competition, as second-place Jamesville-DeWitt (Section III) finished with 79 points.

Bush placed third (18:22.7), Sheridan Wheeler finished fifth (18:38.9), and Hart took seventh place (18:45.6). McKinley Wheeler

was ninth (19:00.3), and Belisle finished 14th (19:15.9). Berglund also placed in the top 25 for Saratoga, finishing 23rd (19:42.1).

NY

FEDERATION CHAMPIONSHIPS

The team dominated again the following week, with five of the top seven finishers at the Federation Championships coming from Saratoga. Bush finished third (18:21.6), Sheridan Wheeler placed fourth (18:24.9), and McKinley Wheeler placed fifth (18:38.3). Belisle was sixth (18:45.6), while Hart finished seventh (18:51.1). Berglund also placed 14th at the Federation race (19:18.2), helping the Blue Streaks to a team score of 20 points, well ahead of secondplace Bethlehem (117 points).

NIKE CROSS REGIONALS

Competing as Kinetic Running Club at the Nike Cross Regionals, the team placed three runners in the top five, and finished with 19 points, once again finishing well ahead of the competition (Elm Ave A.C. was second with 77 points).

McKinley Wheeler finished second (18:27.2), while Sheridan Wheeler was third (18:30.5). Belisle placed fourth (18:31.7), and Bush earned an eighth-place finish (18:49.3). Hart was 20th (19:46.5), with Berglund finishing 28th (20:09.3).

The Scotties were led by senior Nicholas Verdile, who scored 21 points. Michael Miller had 13 points, while Blaine Zoller had 12 points in the win.

added eight points for Ballston Spa. Brady Mazzeo led the Warriors with eight points, while Jacob Phelps had seven points. Charles Ratigan scored six points, with Jacob Kelley adding four points in the loss.

Next up, Ballston Spa (1-0) will host Shenendehowa (1-0), while Averill Park (1-2) will host Saratoga Springs (2-0).

Saratoga Golfers Receive Suburban Council Honors

Kellen Dean Named SC Player of the Year

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Four members of the Saratoga Springs varsity boys’ golf team received Suburban Council All-Star honors for the 2022 fall season.

Junior Kellen Dean was named Suburban Council Player of the Year, and also received First

Team honors. Sophomore Carter Sica also received First Team honors for the Blue Streaks.

In addition, sophomores Charlie Grenier and Henry Parobeck were both named Suburban Council Second Team All-Stars.

‘WE ALL BELIEVED IN EACH OTHER’: SARATOGA BOYS’ CROSS-COUNTRY CAPS OFF SUCCESSFUL SEASON

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The Saratoga Springs varsity boys’ cross-country team “stuck through it” throughout the fall, utilizing their depth and a team mindset to cap off a successful season.

The Blue Streaks captured the Section 2 Class A Championship, and placed fifth in the NYSPHSAA Championships, the New York State Federation Championships,

and the Nike Cross Regionals.

The boys’ cross-country program also swept the Suburban Council Championships for the first time in school history, with the varsity, JV, freshman, and modified teams all claiming victory.

“I think we had some pretty high expectations,” said head coach Shane Zanetti. “We returned a lot of good runners from last year, and we

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GAVIN PARK JR. NBA Scores & Top Scorers - Week 4

SARATOGA SPRINGS — The fourth week of the Gavin Park Jr. NBA season has concluded. Below are scores and top scorers from each game:

DIVISION 1

LAKERS VS. CAVS

Lakers, 21: Trey Ordon 6 pts, Rhett Horton 5 pts

Cavs, 12: Brandon Reilly 4 pts, Jackson Reilly 2 pts

had a really good spring on the track. We weren’t going to put any limits on ourselves. We knew that it was going to be really competitive within Section 2 and in New York, but we also expected to do pretty well.”

Senior runner Leydon Hemsworth said he approached daily practices “with the mindset of going to nationals.”

“I approached the season just trying to go as far as possible,” said Hemsworth. “I think it’s that drive of going as far as possible that got us there.”

“I think that was kind of the goal for the entire team most of the year, and we always stuck through it,” added teammate Mason Talarico. “We really never gave up throughout the process at all.”

WARRIORS VS. KINGS

Warriors, 26: Mason Jones 12 pts, Jack Riley-Chittenden 6 pts

Kings, 5: Brooke Whitman 3 pts, Jack Lawson 2 pts

DIVISION 2

CELTICS VS. SUNS

Celtics, 38: Ryan Horton 15 pts, Greyson Culver 8 pts

Suns, 15: Chase Lewis 4 pts, Connor Hogan 4 pts

BUCKS VS. NETS

Bucks, 27: Sam DeBenedetto 12 pts, Avery Bryant 8 pts

Nets, 21: Dillan Davis 13 pts, Owen Heidelmark 4 pts

MAVS VS. PACERS

Mavs, 26: Will Schaefer 8 pts, Will Sherman 6 pts

Pacers, 15: Dylan McMillan 5 pts, Kyle Harness 4 pts

DIVISION 3

CELTICS VS. TRAIL BLAZERS

Celtics, 30: Greyson Culver 6 pts, Gabriel Macariello 6 pts

Trail Blazers, 13: Damon Kelly 6 pts, Matthew Rawert 3 pts

Fun And Games

BULLS VS. BUCKS

Bulls, 36: Loren Reed 12 pts, Oliver Kuriplach 8 pts

Bucks, 25: Brody Hermance 9 pts, Lee Lockrow 7 pts

Talarico, a senior, capped off his cross-country career with wins at the Burnt Hills Invitational, the Suburban Council Championships, and the Section 2 Championships. He placed fifth at the State Championships and earned a trip to the Nike Cross Nationals after finishing third at the Cross Regionals.

“I didn’t have an amazing race, but coming back now, I just remember that I really wasn’t nervous or pressured,” said Talarico. “Throughout the whole race, I really just enjoyed it.”

And while Talarico shined during his senior year, the Blue Streaks’ overall depth as a team was a large factor in their success. At the Section 2 Championship meet, Saratoga placed six runners in the top 15 finishers, and finished just two points ahead of second-place Shenendehowa.

Talarico finished first overall (15:59.0), with Darren Pasek in ninth place (16:50.7) and Thomas Isenovski placing 11th (16:55.1).

Jacob Bernd (17:00.0) was 12th, Luke Dacey (17:08.0) finished 13th, and Hemsworth placed 14th (17:08.7).

“We came in with confidence, but we were kind of banged up,” Hemsworth said. “We had some sick runners, we had a runner out with an injury, and it was a hot day. But I think it’s what we were talking about earlier with the belief. We all believed in each other, we believed that we could win.”

Zanetti said he spoke to the team about “running to win,” instead of “running not to lose,” in the sectional race.

“We didn’t want to run tight, we wanted to continue to compete the way we had throughout the season,” said Zanetti. “Shen gave a great effort, and it was a really close race, but in the end, the way these guys ran together and ran for each other got us where we wanted to be.”

Zanetti and the runners said the team developed their strong depth during the season.

“When we started racing, and our four and five prospects were beating our two and three, we started to realize, ‘OK, we have a good shot at going pretty far,’” said Pasek, a sophomore.

Hemsworth noted the competitiveness of the squad, saying the runners are constantly trying to best each other during the season.

“It’s so close between all of us, like two through nine can replace each other on any given day,” Hemsworth said. “I just kind of had a saying during the season, ‘Happy, never satisfied.’ I was happy with my races, but I was not satisfied. Because I knew people were coming for me. I think that was a testament to how great our team was.”

“They can replace each other, they can support each other,” said Zanetti of the team’s depth. “One of the things that we’re really trying to work toward and we’re going to continue to try to develop is just this idea of running as a pack. When they did that really well, that’s when we were at our best, for sure.”

The team used their depth to propel themselves to fifth-place finishes in the NYSPHSAA Class A State Championship, the New York Federation Championship, and the Nike Cross Regionals. Zanetti said it was exciting to reach those points and noted that it can help set the underclassmen up for success in future seasons.

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“I think it was just a really good experience for the group,” Zanetti said. “For the guys returning next year, it’s going to be really valuable, because it’s at the same location again. They learn from that. I felt like they got more comfortable in that more highly-competitive environment each time around.”

Hemsworth said the atmosphere of those competitions can make runners feel “like you’re almost being eaten up.”

“You have super high adrenaline, and there’s people all around you,” said Hemsworth. “For the

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people that are coming back next year, hopefully that’ll be a really good experience, learning how to deal with that.”

And the team has high expectations for next season, helped by both a strong group of returning runners and a strong overall program, which was emphasized with a full program sweep of the Suburban Council Championships.

“That was kind of a goal we developed as a program from varsity down as the season progressed,” Zanetti said. “I think it’s a really good testament to the way

that we try to run our program, and the way that these guys lead our program. They learn from the older guys, they spend a lot of time with the older guys.”

Talarico said the team makes an effort to reach out and connect with the runners at the program’s other levels, saying it can sometimes be “intimidating” for younger athletes.

“I kind of noticed that the kids don’t really feel that way, it seems like. We’ve become more of friends with them,” said Talarico. “We’re excited for what they’ve achieved, and stuff like that. I

enjoyed seeing that. That feels like the right way to have a team.”

“These guys are one of the closest groups we’ve had over the years, and I think it shows in their results, which is really exciting,” Zanetti said. “To achieve success with your friends is great.”

“Going into the season, we were really excited,” said Dacey. “We’re really happy with it.”

Zanetti said the athletes have goals for the indoor and outdoor track seasons, but also said “it’s almost impossible” to not get excited about the next crosscountry season.

“That’s another part of that culture that these guys have helped to develop. Sort of the legacy of looking forward to what the next group of people is going to do,” Zanetti said. “Time goes on, and the next set of goals will come up.”

“I think we’re really happy with this year,” added Hemsworth. “It’s a little sad that me and Mason won’t be back next year, but it’s great seeing the team that we run with, that I think of as my own peers, and I’m excited to see what they do next year. Because I think they can go much further than we did this year.”