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Care In DemandF R E E Volume 7 • Issue 18 saratogatodaynewspaper.com
by Andrew MarshallSaratoga TODAY
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by Christina JamesSaratoga TODAY
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photo by Andrew Marshall • Saratoga TODAYSaratoga Springs Farmer’s Market bloomed again Wednesday open-ing the 34th annual outdoor season at High Rock Avenue Pavilions.
SARATOGA COUNTY - It
seems modern medicine never stops
advancing thanks to new technology
and research that simply didn’t exist
before. People suffering from debil-
itating diseases or injuries are living
much longer than they used to
thanks to the specialized care pro-
vided by any number of health care
facilities. With an increase in
patients, not to mention the length in
which some of them require care,
the need for nurses has never been
higher.
This year May 6 marks National
Nurses Day, which will also kick off
the beginning of National Nurses
Week. The week concludes on the
May 12 birthday of Florence
Nightingale, the British woman who
essentially pioneered the profession
of nursing. The day was created as a
way to celebrate the people in the
nursing profession and honor their
contributions to society.
National Nurses Day has a long
history, dating back to when it was
originally proposed in 1953.
Dorothy Sullivan of the U.S.
Department of Health, Education
and Welfare sent a proposal to the
Eisenhower administration, asking
that he proclaim a “nurses day” in
October. The proclamation was
SARATOGA SPRINGS – The
long-awaited opportunity to
expand Saratoga Hospital’s cur-
rent facility finally seems within
reach, but the news is bittersweet
to some county residents.
Earlier last month, the county’s
outpatient mental health center
received an informal verbal notice
saying that their lease at the hospi-
tal-maintained Cramer House would
not be renewed.
“We wanted to give them plenty
of time to prepare,” said Kevin
Ronayne, vice president of opera-
tions and facilities at Saratoga
Hospital.
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SARATOGA
TODAYWeek of May 4 - May 10, 20122
The Albany Symphony Orchestra Visits Lake Avenue Elementary
Students at Lake Avenue ElementarySchool were treated to a performance ofthe 1936 Sergei Prokofiev classic “Peterand the Wolf,” as performed by the AlbanySymphony Orchestra April 30. Led bydirector David Alan Miller, the orchestraalso performed the piece at the NationalMuseum of Dance May 1. Our camerascaught a glimpse of the young studentsgetting a special lesson in classical music.
Photos by Deborah Neary for CreativePhotoAndGraphic.comHappy Mother’s DaySunday, May 13, 2012
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SARATOGA
TODAY Week of May 4 - May 10, 2012 BLOTTERRobert S. Leibensperger, 33, of
Route 4 East Rutland, VT was
charged with third-degree criminal
mischief, a class-E felony.
Leibensperger was arrested April 30
in Saratoga Springs and is expected
to appear in court at a later date.
James J. Garafalo, 18, of
Hillcrest Lane, Saratoga Springs,
was charged with two counts of
first-degree criminal contempt,
class-E felonies. Garafalo was
arrested April 29 in Ballston Spa
and is expected to appear in court at
a later date.
Ricky D. Jackson, 20, of 7
Culvert Street, Glens Falls, pleaded
guilty to a charge of third-degree
attempted criminal sale of a con-
trolled substance, a class-C felony.
Jackson was arrested March 5 in
Moreau for an incident that occurred
March 2 and is scheduled to return
to court for sentencing June 26.
John J. Williams, Jr., aka
“Jackie,” 56, of 335 Jefferson Street,
Saratoga Springs, pleaded guilty to
a charge of third-degree attempted
criminal sale of a controlled sub-
stance, a class C-felony. Williams
was arrested January 20 in Saratoga
Springs for an incident that occurred
March 24, 2011, and is scheduled to
return to court for sentencing July 9.
Keith Labarge, 49, of 29
Fairwood Drive, Queensbury,
pleaded guilty to a charge of first-
degree criminal contempt, a class-E
felony. Labarge was arrested
February 15 in Moreau and is sched-
uled to return to court for sentencing
June 25.
Michael E. Hammond, 41, of 26
Forest Hills Avenue, Leeds, pleaded
guilty to a charge of third-degree
burglary, a class-D felony.
Hammond was arrested December
21 in Saratoga Springs and is sched-
uled to return to court for sentencing
June 25.
Calvin H. Fling, Jr., 32, of 16 E
4th Street, Mount Vernon, pleaded
guilty to a charge of second-degree
criminal possession of a controlled
substance, a class-A-II felony. Fling
was arrested March 23 in Halfmoon
and is scheduled to return to court
for sentencing June 22.
Jayson C. Carey, 35, of 314
Louden Road, Saratoga Springs,
pleaded guilty to a charge of third-
degree attempted criminal sale of a
controlled substance, a class-C
felony. Carey was arrested October
25 in Wilton and was sentenced
April 27 to four years in state prison
and two years of post release
supervision.
John T. Nanartowich, 56, of 44
Franklin Street, Saratoga Springs,
was resentenced April 30 by Judge
Jerry Scarano to one year in
Saratoga County Jail with probation
terminated. Nanartowich was origi-
nally convicted December 10, 2007,
of driving while intoxicated, a class-
D felony, for which he was sen-
tenced to six months in Saratoga
County jail and five years of
probation.
Bradley E. Lange, 37, of 74
South Street, Ballston Spa, was
resentenced May 1 by Judge Jerry
Scarano to two months of weekends
in Saratoga County Jail and contin-
ued probation. Lange was originally
convicted March 7, 2011, of driving
while intoxicated, a class-E felony,
for which he was sentenced to time
served and five years of probation.
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SARATOGA
TODAYWeek of May 4 - May 10, 20124
Seeber Enters SurpriseGuilty Plea, avoids trial
BALLSTON SPA – In a surprise
to almost anyone familiar with the
case, Katherine M. Seeber pleaded
guilty in Saratoga County Court to
the February 2000 strangulation
death of her step-great-grandmother.
Her attorney noted she made admis-
sion under an Alford plea, which
means she maintains her innocence
but concedes the prosecution could
likely prove the charge. This is a sur-
prise since both sides had begun
working to set a trial date for this
summer. Saratoga County District
Attorney James A. Murphy III
released a statement saying he will
ask for the full sentence that County
Judge Jerry Scarano capped at 17
years. Seeber will be sentenced May
29. If she had been convicted at trial,
Seeber stood to face 20 years to life
in prison. Scarano was ruled as being
entitled to a new trial in the death of
91-year-old Ruth M. Witter because
according to judges, state police
forensic scientist Garry Veeder mis-
handled fiber analysis evidence.
Seeber pleaded guilty to second-
degree murder and burglary in
January 2001, once Veeder claimed
the fibers on her gloves matched the
duct tape in Witter’s mouth.
Historic Adelphi Hotel Soldfor $4.5 million
SARATOGA SPRINGS – An
iconic piece of Broadway was sold
April 27 to area developer Richbell
IV LLC. The Victorian-era property
was built in 1877. The real estate
agent from Prudential Blake
Commercial, Miriam Scarborough,
indicated that the new owners plan to
maintain the 39-room hotel and its
unique character while investing
where the money would best serve
the property.
Septmber 11th Memorial tobe put in High Rock Park
SARATOGA SPRINGS – The
city’s Design Review
Commissioner unanimously voted
to approve the final plans for a 9/11
tribute sculpture titled “Tempered
by Memory.” The memorial was
supposed to be placed in time for the
10th anniversary of the terrorist
attacks on the World Trade Center,
WEEK IN REVIEWPentagon and Flight 93. The steel
for the sculpture was recovered
from the wreckage of the Twin
Towers. The original site was sup-
posed to be placed in front of the
City Center, but the 26,000-pound
sculpture was too large. The sugges-
tion it be placed in front of the
Heritage Area Visitor Center across
from Congress Park was heavily
criticized by the public as well as
center officials. Once the 10-year
anniversary came and went, an advi-
sory board was established to find a
permanent home for the structure.
The sculpture will be raised about a
foot and a half off the ground on a
finished cement pedestal. A circle of
boulders will surround the sculpture
and a half circle of boulders will
flank it.
City Council holds twopublic hearings prior to5/1 meeting
SARATOGA SPRINGS – Simply walkinginto Saratoga Springs City Hall on May 1prior to the scheduled public hearing ses-sions and city council meeting should haveserved as enough indication that those inattendance would be in for a big meeting.The council’s agenda covered quite a few top-ics of public interest and as such, extra chairswere set up along the back wall of the cham-ber as well as in front of a projection screenbroadcasting the meeting for those whocouldn’t squeeze themselves in.
Second to Last CallFirst up was the public hearing on the
much discussed issue of changing the city’slast call hour from 3 to 4 a.m. called byPublic Safety Commissioner Chris Mathiesen.This was the second public hearing held onthe issue, with many of the same voicesspeaking either for or against the issue. JohnBaker, owner of the Caroline Street restau-rant Gaffney’s, once again spoke out againstthe change. His plea centered on the ideathat changing the last call hour will directlyaffect the money businesses staying openlate could potentially make.
Psychologist Margie Wells also spoke dur-
ing the first public hearing back in late Marchand reiterated her stance that it was time for achange. Wells said she didn’t see how losingone hour of business would “crush downtownSaratoga.”
Jeff Baker, president of the DowntownBusiness Association also spoke during the hear-ing, saying he personally visited Caroline Streetat 3:30 a.m. and offered his perspective thatwhat he saw was people having a good time,and that the downtown area is safe, despite afew isolated incidents.
Charter Change ChallengesNext, was the continued saga surrounding
the proposed changes to the Saratoga SpringsCity Charter, which if ever finds its way onto aballot this fall could implement what some feelis a more modern, streamlined form of govern-ment. The biggest change would be the switchfrom the current mayor-commission form to themanager-council form, which would necessitatethe hire of a city manager.
The story goes that Saratoga Citizen, a non-partisan group advocating the change, wasrejected upon their initial submission of a peti-tion which they felt should have gotten their pro-posal a spot on the ballot. That fight lasted twoyears before a judge ruled in favor of SaratogaCitizen, and an appellate court judge rejectedthe city’s appeal.
Mayor Johnson pointed out that datesoutlined in the original document had sincepassed and would not be valid for submis-sion any longer. Accounts CommissionerJohn Franck applied “administrativechanges” to the document, and now expectsto put the proposal up to a vote at the May15 city council meeting.
Housing Authority FalloutThe Saratoga Springs Housing Authority
was also brought back into discussion duringthe city council meeting, before announcinga “compliance and communication plan”would be sent to address the list of issuesthat started in January.
Finance Commissioner Michele Madigandrafted and presented the plan during themeeting, asking that any changes needed becompleted by May 15, in time for the SSHA’snext meeting May 17.
The draft is split into two different parts.The first goes over what the SSHA can do tocomply with the laws requiring them to havetheir employee’s salaries approved by thecity council, which they inexplicably stoppeddoing in 2000. This also called to lightExecutive Director Ed Spychalski’s $74,777salary ballooning to $152,000 in only fiveyears. The plan suggests they seek retroac-tive approval for the unapproved salaries.
The second part of the draft aims at theSSHA’s communication gaps with the citycouncil, asking for a bi-annual report to besubmitted as well as copies of their annualaudits and meeting schedules.
CITY COUNCIL
SARATOGA
TODAY Week of May 4 - May 10, 2012 OBITUARIES 5
Albert J. MottauWilton, NY – Albert J. Mottau,
85, passed away Saturday, April 28,
2012.
Born September 25, 1926, in
Brockton, Mass., he was the son of
the late Albert and Elizabeth
Mottau. A graduate of Brockton
City Schools, he served two years in
the Navy during World War II
before graduating from
Massachusetts College of Liberal
Arts, North Adams, Mass., in 1951.
He started his career teaching in
Berlin and Schenectady, NY. Albert
became principal at the Joseph
Henry Elementary School in
Galway, retiring after 32 years. He
was an avid golfer and skier and a
former member of the Ballston Spa
Country Club and McGregor Links
Country Club.
Albert was a valued contributor
to Saratoga TODAY, sharing with
readers his vast amount of golf
knowledge in his weekly column,
“Golf Daze.”
In addition to his parents, he is
predeceased by two sisters, Helen
Goshin and Ruth Williamson, and a
brother, James Mottau.
Survivors include his loving wife
of 60 years, Mary; sons, Gary
Mottau and Glenn
(Michele Morris)
Mottau; and
grandsons, Tanner
and Kieran
Mottau.
A Mass of Christian Burial was
celebrated Wednesday, May 2,
2012.
Burial with military honor will be
at the Gerald BH Solomon Saratoga
National Cemetery, Duell Rd.,
Schuylerville.
In lieu of flowers, donations may
be made to Mary’s Haven, 35 New
St., Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 or
Community Hospice of Saratoga,
179 Lawrence St., Saratoga
Springs, NY 12866.
Arrangements are under the
direction of the William J. Burke &
Sons/Bussing & Cunniff Funeral
Homes, 628 North Broadway,
Saratoga Springs (518) 584-5474.
Online remembrances may be
made at www.burkefuneral
home.com.
The Saratoga County Veterans Service Agency has named George Asa
Palmateer theMay 2012 Deceased Veteran of the Month. George will be hon-
ored Tuesday, May 15 during a public ceremony. The ceremony begins at
2:30 p.m. at 40 McMaster St., Ballston Spa, and is followed by a reception.
Private First Class Palmateer was enlisted in the U.S. Army Artillery from
1951-1956 and served during the Korean War.
After leaving the Army, George was self employed at
Palmateer Heating/Plumbing Company and was a volunteer
member of the Harmony Fire Department.
George is survived by his wife, Anna Marie; sons,
Thomas and Russell; and daughter, Margaret Patterson.
Nancy J. JewettSaratoga Springs, NY – Nancy J.
Jewett, 81, passed away Monday,
April 30, 2012.
Born September 4, 1930, in
Saratoga Springs, she was the
daughter of the late Edward Farrell
and Florence Yeackel.
In addition to her parents, Nancy
was predeceased by her husband,
Charles.
Survivors include her sisters,
Dawn (Fred) Hamm, Joan Allen
and Ruth Horton; children, Susan
(Frank) DeRossi, Robert (Linda)
Jewett and Stephanie (Issam)
Albanns; grandchildren, Lisa
(Jason) Lyng, Jeffrey DeRossi,
Lauren Jewett, Timothy Jewett,
Joseph Albanna and Ryan Albanna;
great-grandson, Jamison Lyng; and
several nieces and nephews.
Relatives and friends may call
from 2-5 p.m. Sunday, May 6,
2012, at the William J. Burke &
Sons/Bussing & Cunniff Funeral
Homes, 628 North Broadway,
Saratoga Springs (518) 584-5373.
Funeral services will be at 9:45
a.m. Monday, May 7, 2012, at the
funeral home.
Burial will follow at the Gerald
B. H. Solomon Saratoga National
Cemetery, Duell Rd., Schuylerville.
Memorial donations may be
made in Nancy’s name to the
Saratoga Hospital Guild, Saratoga
Hospital, 211 Church St., Saratoga
Springs, NY 12866 or to the
Franklin Community Center, 10
Franklin St., Saratoga Springs, NY
12866.
Online remembrances may be
made at www.burkefuneral
home.com.
To view the full-text version of the obituaries printed on this page, visit the archivesection of SaratogaTodayNewspaper.com. It is the policy of Saratoga TODAY to
publish obituaries as a service to our readers. Please send your obituaries toChristina James at cjames@saratogapublishing.com.
Fernand E. ChouinardSaratoga Springs, NY - Fernand
E. Chouinard, 84, passed away
Wednesday, April 25, 2012.
Born April 5, 1928, in Barre, VT,
he was the son of the late Joseph M.
and Rose Aimee Boisvert
Chouinard.
In addition to his parents, he is
predeceased by his daughter, Amie
Rose Chouinard, and two brothers,
Laurence and Paul Chouinard.
Survivors include his wife, M.
Lorraine Chouinard; son, Bryan
(Jill) Chouinard; daughters, Kim
(Thomas) DeGraw, Lynn
Chouinard and Dawna (Gregory)
Miczek; grandson, Andrew
DeGraw; granddaughters,
Alexandra Chouinard, Kaitlin and
Kristen Miczek; brothers, Andre
(Mary) Chouinard and Bernard
( B e v e r l y )
Chouinard; sis-
t e r s - i n - l a w,
Josephine Chouinard and Elva
Chouinard; and many nieces and
nephews.
A Mass of Christian Burial was
celebrated April 28, 2012, at St.
Clement’s Church, 231 Lake Ave.,
Saratoga Springs.
Burial with military honors will
be in the family plot at St. Peter’s
Cemetery, West Ave., Saratoga
Springs.
Donations may be made to
Maple Ave. Fire Co. #4, 613 Maple
Ave., Saratoga Springs, NY 12866;
VFW Gurtler Bros. Post 420, 190
Excelsior Ave., Saratoga Springs,
NY 12866; or Resident Counsel
Fund, c/o Westmount Health
Facility, 42 Gurney Lane,
Queensbury, NY 12804.
Online remembrances may be
made at www.burkefuneral
home.com.
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Nursing
never made. National Nurses Week
was originally celebrated from
October 11-16, which marked the
beginning of Nightingale’s mission
to Crimea, but again no official
action was taken by congress. It
would not be fully recognized in
America until 1982, when President
Ronald Reagan signed a proclama-
tion officially declaring May 6 as
National Nurses Day. In 1993, the
American Nurses Association
would expand to observe National
Nurses Week.
The modern nursing world has
changed and grown quite steadily
since the beginning of the 1980s.
According to a survey conducted by
the U.S. Health Resources and
Services Administration, the num-
ber of licensed nurses working in
their chosen field during the year
1980 was 1,272,851. As recently as
2008, that number had grown to
2,596,599. Because of that, nursing
has consistently ranked among pro-
fessions with the highest projected
growth in the next 20 years. Yet the
big problems facing the nursing
industry revolve around a combina-
tion of too many current nurses
approaching retirement age and
whether or not sufficient measures
are being taken to recruit enough
people to offset a projected shortage
in the relatively near future.
Ryan Rosseter is the chief com-
munications officer for the
American Association of Colleges
of Nursing (AACN), an organiza-
tion devoted to helping advance
nursing education, research and
practice. He argues that it isn’t the
lack of interested applicants, but that
programs are already at capacity.
“There is a lot of discussion about
the nursing shortage and the need
for nurses in the future, but I think
sometimes people perceive that as
there not being a lot of interest in
nursing,” said Rosseter. “We track
the number of students that are
applying to nursing schools, and for
the past eight years the number of
qualified applicants has gone up
considerably. We know last year
alone there were more than 75,000
applicants who met all the criteria
for acceptance who were rejected
because there simply wasn’t the
space for everyone.”
According to the U.S. Bureau of
Labor and Statistics, the total num-
ber of jobs for nurses projected from
2008-2012 shows an increase of
about 22 percent. While that means
over 581,000 more nursing jobs
could be created over that time span,
when you compare that figure to the
overall growth of the U.S. popula-
tion over that same time span, it
leaves a projected shortage of about
260,000 nurses by the year 2025.
That number doesn’t simply
apply to clinical nurses in hospitals
and operating rooms either. Nurses
hold jobs in school clinics, church-
es, homeless shelters, insurance
companies and other businesses.
The impact from a quarter-million
nurse shortage would be significant.
An increased workload on currently
employed nurses can lead to
burnout, which in turn can compro-
mise patient safety in a clinical envi-
ronment. Nurses are now responsi-
ble for entire floors of patients, all
while maintaining a less-than nor-
mal schedule that requires late
nights and long weekends.
Nursing programs, like the one
offered at SUNY Adirondack, are
teaching their students to be pre-
pared to continue learning and
adapting to the nursing world
beyond their classrooms.
“Our program is a two-year asso-
ciate degree program in nursing and
they sit for the licensing exam when
they complete our program,” said
Donna Healy, registered nurse and
chairperson for SUNY
Adirondack’s Health Science
Division. “We encourage all of our
students to continue on to get their
bachelor’s degree either full time or
part time. The students are eligible
to work, so they get jobs as a regis-
tered nurse while in school.”
SUNY Adirondack’s program is
only the beginning for students hop-
ing to maximize their career path.
New York State is hopeful to get the
total number of nurses with bac-
calaureate degrees to 80 percent by
the year 2020.
“We provide entry into practice
and we encourage our students to
continue on,” explains Healy. “We
tell the students that nursing is life-
long learning and encourage them to
pursue their bachelor’s degrees.
There are many opportunities to
continue their education, especially
through distance learning.”
What’s becoming even more of a
concern is the steady increase in the
age distribution among registered
nurses. Since 1980, the number of
registered nurses has peaked in an
older age range every eight years.
While that might indicate pretty reli-
able job security, it also means the
bulk of our country’s nurses aren’t
getting any younger. As of 2008
almost 500,000 of all 2,596,599 reg-
istered nurses employed in their
field were between the ages 50-54.
The survey also shows that 45 per-
cent of all registered nurses are over
the age of 50. The average age for a
nurse in the United States is 45.5
years. As the 50-54 demographic
creeps ever closer to being able to
retire, the total number of employed
registered nurses appears headed for
a steep decline over the next decade.
Recruiting younger nurses isn’t
easy, but with the demand suffi-
ciently outweighing the supply,
nurses can make quite a significant
amount of money upon getting
licensed. The Bureau of Labor
Statistics indicated a starting salary
of $40,000, and that the average
salary for a nurse in the United
States is just shy of $67,000 annual-
ly. Some hospitals and health care
facilities have even started offering
signing bonuses to newly recruited
nurses in places where they are
needed the most.
The increases in annual compen-
sation aren’t specifically targeted at
younger recruits. People consider-
ing a second career might take
another look at the profession once
they see what they stand to earn in a
relatively short time. Those who
already have a bachelor’s degree
can qualify for accelerated programs
designed to have them licensed
within a year.
Of course, another potential
recruitment target: men, who only
make up about 6.6 percent of all reg-
istered nurses.
“There are some schools that
offer a men’s mentoring program for
students interested in nursing, and
there are scholarships targeted just
for men,” said Rosseter. “The
American Assembly of Men in
Nursing (AAMN) does outreach
campaigns in different parts of the
country trying to form a network for
the male students that are out there.”
The stereotypes of a male work-
ing in such a female-dominated
industry likely contribute to that low
number, but opportunities for nurs-
ing in flight units, trauma centers or
emergency rooms offer a bit more of
an intense option to attract potential
male recruits.
“We’re getting there,” said Healy
when asked if they are seeing a rise
in the number of men in the nursing
program. “One of the things that has
helped recruit men to nursing is
they’ve increased the salaries, and
companies like Johnson & Johnson
have done tributes to men in nursing
that offered a very positive perspec-
tive of the contributions they can
make to the profession.”
RN Population by Nurse Emplyoment Status, 1980 - 2008*
Graph provided by the American Nurses Association
*The totals of full-time and part-time employment may not add to the estimate of all RNs employed in nursing due to incomplete infor-mation provided by respondents on employment status and the effect of rounding.
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0.5
1
1.5
2
2.5
3 Millions
SARATOGA
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Hospital Expansion
The hospital hasn’t given the
county the official one-year notice
of lease termination that is required,
but it is expected to do so soon.
“We just started the talking part of
[the relocating] process,” said
Supervisor Richard Rowland, chair-
man of the subcommittee tasked
with finding the mental health cen-
ter a new home. “We looked at a
couple sites just to get our heads
wrapped around it, but we’re very,
very preliminary.”
While county officials begin the
arduous process of finding a central-
ly-located, easily accessible and
affordable location for their mental
health services, the hospital is look-
ing forward to doing some much-
needed expansion. Expansion that is
currently not possible due to the
mental health unit’s residency in the
Cramer House.
“The hospital property is a
Planned Unit Development that bal-
ances developed space with green
space,” said Ronayne. “We are out
of options for expanding the hospi-
tal footprint as our services grow.”
To accommodate this growth, it
was decided to utilize the space
where the Cramer House sits.
“By razing the Cramer House and
replacing it with a modern, energy-
efficient addition, we limit the
growth of our footprint and can
make use of the existing operating
room space for the project – overall
a very cost-effective solution for
modernizing our operating room
suite,” said Ronayne.
The hospital now houses 207 beds
and has more than 299 admitting
physicians, but it is still having trou-
ble meeting consumer need.
“Our surgical volumes continue
to grow, and the use of robotics and
other specialized equipment in sur-
gery has pushed our current space to
its limits,” said Ronayne. “We are
overdue to address the space issues
in these areas.”
To accommodate these services,
the hospital has tentative plans of
demolishing the current Cramer
House structure and replacing it
with a potential three-story facility.
The new building would provide
ground-floor space for expansion of
the central sterile processing and
operating room supply storage
areas; first-floor pre-operative space
for surgical patients and post-opera-
tive space for short-stay surgical
patients; and second-floor space for
10-12 new operating rooms.
“We continue to address our
needs for space and inpatient beds,”
said Ronayne. “Moving the pre- and
post-operative patients to new space
will allow us to reclaim some space
that could be used for inpatient
beds.”
Additionally, the hospital has
plans to construct a new intensive
care unit (ICU) in the shell space
above the emergency department.
“If the budget allows, we also
hope to add a third floor shell above
the new ICU for future inpatient
beds,” said Ronayne. “Over time,
we plan to move toward more pri-
vate and less semi-private patient
rooms.”
These future renovations will
allow for more patient-care options,
and will help keep Saratoga
Hospital positioned as a leader in
the health care field. In the mean-
time, the county’s mental health
center has the opportunity to stream-
line their services as well.
“We’re not being evicted,” said
Rowland. “We’ve felt this coming
for awhile. Whatever we look to
lease will have the necessary facili-
ties there for the unit to function.”
The hospital and the county will
continue working together to make
sure that mental health services will
not be negatively affected.
“We will continue to provide
inpatient mental health services, and
the county will continue to take care
of the outpatient services,” said
Ronayne.
SARATOGA SPRINGS – The
New York Racing Association
(NYRA) President and CEO
Charles Hayward has been placed
on administrative leave without
pay after an ongoing investigation
suggested Hayward may have
known NYRA was shortchanging
customers millions of dollars on
certain exotic bets.
Hayward, who earns $475,000 a
year in the position, was placed on
unpaid leave along with NYRA’s
Senior Vice President and General
Counsel Patrick Kehoe, who earns
$423,000, following a report from
the New York State Racing and
Wagering Board’s preliminary
investigation.
The investigation began follow-
ing a state audit in December of
2011, when it was discovered that
NYRA overcharged bettors by
keeping an additional one percent
on exotic bets – totaling over $8
million – for 15 months beginning
in September of 2010.
“NYRA takes the matters identi-
fied by the… New York State
Racing and Wagering Board
extremely seriously,” said C.
Steven Duncker, chairman of the
NYRA Board of Directors.
“NYRA will take all appropriate
steps and actions to cooperate with
the state’s inquiries and insure the
integrity of our operations.”
In the report released by the
Wagering Board, the organization
sites an email correspondence
between Hayward and the publish-
er of the Daily Racing Form, who
brought the overcharge to
Hayward’s attention. Hayward’s
email response read:
“This gentleman is correct. Off
the record, we have been working
on this for some time. We original-
ly had thought that we would
announce this for Saratoga but
political forces intervened. Since
we are showing substantial losses
in 2010 and 2011 and we have been
smacked around by Cuomo (and he
could check the SRWB from
approving), we decided to wait.”
Hayward will remain on unpaid
leave until the investigation is
finalized.
Evidence Suggests NYRA Boss Knew
Bettors Were ShortchangedHayward Placed on Administrative Leave asInvestigation Unfolds
by Daniel SchechtmanSaratoga TODAY
SARATOGA
TODAYWeek of May 4 - May 10, 20128
by Christina JamesSaratoga TODAY
SARATOGA SPRINGS – It’s
found in most cities, that place where
storefronts seem to change hands
daily and a long-term success story is
the exception rather than the rule. For
Saratoga Springs, that business
Bermuda Triangle is South
Broadway, and no one can quite
figure out why.
“It has historically been like this on
South Broadway,” said city Accounts
Commissioner John Franck. “The
east side of both Broadway and South
Broadway have been more vibrant
and busy, including having higher
values; I can't quantify why that is
other than to say it is the sunnier side
of the street.”
As a prominent entryway into the
city, the issue of South Broadway’s
success has been a point of communi-
ty concern for years. And within the
last five years, the city has begun
making cosmetic and utilitarian
changes to South Broadway, includ-
ing new sewage and water piping,
lighting, sidewalks and road repair in
hopes of stimulating the area’s
growth.
“I think the investments the city
made to the streetscape years ago
have positioned the corridor for addi-
tional development,” said Saratoga
County Chamber of Commerce
President Todd Shimkus. “The corri-
dor certainly has the traffic counts to
justify additional development as
well.”
But despite the city’s efforts, South
Broadway still struggles, and with the
January closing of the iconic Saratoga
Diner, it was clear that something
needed to be done.
That’s when Franck, along with
Supervisor Matthew Veitch, formed
the Gateway Action Planning
Committee in hopes of uncovering
some answers. The committee’s pur-
pose is to objectively look at the area
around South Broadway and provide
the city with a report that can be used
to help successfully develop it.
“The committee has thrown around
a number of ideas so far,” said
Franck. “Some of the things that are
under discussion are extending the
Complete Streets Initiative from
Broadway to South Broadway and
reducing speeds currently 55 miles
per hour on Route 9 South.”
The committee has also discussed
the rerouting or burial of utility lines;
developing better marketing for the
area; widening Route 9 South’s turn-
ing lanes; and a review and update of
the city’s comprehensive plan. While
the committee’s focus is primarily to
draw more commerce to South
Broadway, businesses already located
on the stretch have begun taking mat-
ters into their own hands.
“There have been some recent
developments in this corridor, such as
the state-of-the-art McDonald’s,
which replaced a worn-looking facil-
ity,” said Franck. “PJ’s Barbecue is
also doing a marvelous renovation to
their location.”
“You have some great property
owners in that area already who have
created unique and cool places to eat,
to stay and to shop,” said Shimkus.
“These investments should be
applauded for moving us in the right
direction.”
While it remains unclear what
administrable solutions the commit-
tee’s final report will provide, city
leaders remain optimistic about South
Broadway’s success.
“The fact that both the mayor’s
office and the taskforce formed by
Supervisor Veitch and Commissioner
Franck are focusing time and expert-
ise on this corridor further demon-
strates the commitment of the city to
work with prospective developers
and existing property owners,” said
Shimkus.
“In my opinion, this project is
important because [South Broadway]
is the main corridor entrance into our
beautiful city,” said Franck.
The committee plans to meet again
May 10 and hopes to have their final
report ready for the May 15 City
Council meeting.
South Broadway Vacancies Prompt Action
SARATOGA
TODAY BUSINESS 9
by Daniel SchechtmanSaratoga TODAY
Week of May 4 - May 10, 2012
SARATOGA
S P R I N G S -
Charles E.
Martin of
Northwestern
Mutual has
earned his
C h a r t e r e d
Advisor for
Senior Living (CASL) designa-
tion from The American College.
With a CASL designation, Martin
has completed one of the most
comprehensive curriculums avail-
able addressing the many finan-
cial and lifestyle considerations
affecting both seniors in retire-
ment and individuals preparing
for retirement. As a wealth man-
agement advisor, he is part of a
network of specialists offering a
wide array of services. The
CASL designation allows him to
continue to provide expert guid-
ance and innovative solutions on
a broad range of financial
topics.
Martin is associated with
Northwestern Mutual of Saratoga
Springs.
Further information can be
found at www.chuck-martin.com.
SARATOGA SPRINGS -
Price Chopper Limited - the first
store of its kind for Price
Chopper - opened its doors on the
ground floor of a luxury condo-
minium complex on Railroad
Place in Saratoga Springs
Sunday, April 29. Located down-
town just a short walk off of
Broadway, the new 18,000-
square-foot marketplace is trying
to replicate the feeling of a small,
urban grocer - offering customers
all the basics and then some - but
certainly less than what you
might find at Price Chopper’s
larger locations along Rt. 50 or
Rt. 9 in Malta.
Price Chopper Limited is the
first such store for Price Chopper,
one the company said it hopes to
replicate if the Railroad Place
location is successful. The com-
pany is hoping the convenience
of having a high-quality grocer
within walking distance for
downtown residents will bolster
the store’s succes, paving the way
for additional Price Chopper
Limited stores in other urban
environments.
Northwestern Mutual WealthManagement Advisor Earns CASLDesignation
Price Chopper LimitedMoves Full Steam Ahead atRailroad Place
photos by MarkBolles.com • Saratoga TODAYMelissa Brumley, owner of the new Saratoga Wine and Spirits
SARATOGA SPRINGS - Local
resident Melissa Brumley unveiled
her new store, Saratoga Wine and
Spirits, to the public Thursday, May
3, offering customers a robust selec-
tion of fine wines and liquors at the
freshly renovated 556 Maple Ave.
location.
“We’ve always really loved this
location,” said Brumley, whose hus-
band, Brian, and partner Anthony
Gargano (owners of the Spring
Street Deli) purchased the building
where Mino’s Restaurant formerly
sat.
Melissa Brumley, who is the sole
owner and proprietor of Saratoga
Wine and Spirits, has chosen wines
from across the globe to showcase at
her store, mixing in old favorites
with brands that may be new to even
the keenest enthusiasts.
“We have a really robust selection
of wines from all over the world,”
said Brumley. “Many from the
United States and from Europe, but
also we have selections from
Argentine, Chile, Australia, New
Zealand and more. We have some
more exotic wines you may not fine
in the area, as well as all of the sta-
ples people like to go to.”
Likewise, Brumley will sell popu-
lar brands of spirits at her new store,
along with brands the she hopes
some people may not have seen
before.
“We’re really trying to cater to
everyone,” said Brumley, “to offer a
boutique-like environment and a
lovely shopping experience for all
of our customers.”
With Thursday’s soft opening
behind her, Brumley is gearing up
for the store’s grand opening Friday,
May 18 and Saturday, May 19.
“For the grand opening celebra-
tion, we’ll have many different
types of tastings - wine, spirits and
food,” said Brumley.
To learn more about Saratoga
Wine and Spirits, call (518) 871-
1302 or visit their location at 556
Maple Ave. in Saratoga Springs.
The company’s website,
www.saratogawineandspirits.net, is
under construction and will be oper-
ational soon.
Saratoga Wine and SpiritsOpens Doors on Maple Avenue
SARATOGA
TODAYWeek of May 4 - May 10, 201210
This Week’s SpotlightSaratoga Children’s
Theatre
For kids who have a passion for
performing arts, Saratoga
Children’s Theatre summer camp
is a dream come true. Saratoga
Children’s Theatre offers per-
formance camps for all ages.
Start your summer off with our
one-week Musical Theater
Intensive. This program will fea-
ture in-depth acting, singing and
Summer Camp Directory
dancing training along with indi-
vidual critiques to help young per-
formers achieve their full
potential.
One week of focused group and
individual work that is sure to
help any young performer
advance to the next level and help
gain a professional edge in their
development.
Theater professionals who
are both performers and edu-
cators will be teaching this class
and have a great deal of experi-
ence and expertise to share.
Performers will work on:
Acting: Learn how to find
and/or prepare a monologue.
Singing: Learn how to find
and/or prepare a song.
Dancing: Learn what to expect
at a dance audition and how to
best prepare yourself. Group
performances: Learn a short
scene from a Broadway musi-
cal and perform it!
The NEW TEEN TROUPE
will offer two musicals, “13 The
Musical” and “The Music
Man.” The TEEN TROUPE
camp will be at Saratoga
Catholic Central. Both shows
SARATOGA
TODAY Week of May 4 - May 10, 2012 11
are full length and three per-
formances (two evening shows
and one matinee) will be held at
Skidmore College Janet
Bernard Theater. TEEN
TROUP camps are three
weeks. Camp hours are 9 a.m.-
3 p.m. Michael Lotano will be
directing, Matt Duclos musical
director, Sarah Sutliff choreog-
rapher and costumers Linda
Bertram and Deb Rochet.
Our JUNIOR campers will
perform at St. Peters’
Auditorium, Saratoga Springs.
Junior camps are for children
ages 8-15 years. Junior camps
are two weeks in length and
they will be performing “Willy
Wonka Jr.” and “High School
Musical Jr.” Junior campers
will have two performances one
matinee and one in the evening.
Directors/musical directors are
Erika Hebert and June Coryer,
choreographer Rosie Spring.
Camp hours are 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Our KIDS program will per-
form at St. Peters’ Auditorium,
Saratoga Springs. This pro-
gram is for ages 6-10 years.
Camps are two weeks and they
will be performing “Jungle
Book Kids,” “Willy Wonka
Kids” and “Winnie the Pooh
Kids.” These camps will be
directed by Karey Trimmings
and Megan O’Sullivan, local ele-
mentary school music teachers.
Saratoga Children’s Theatre
welcomes children at any skill
level with an interest in perform-
ing arts to join in on the fun.
Saratoga Children’s Theatre
Executive Director Meg Kelly
aims to give each camper the most
rewarding and enjoyable camp
experience and every camper will
get to perform. The Saratoga
Children’s Theatre hires profes-
sionals to help your child gain the
most from their summer camp
experience.
MUSICAL THEATRE
INTENSIVE-
one week 9 a.m.-3 p.m. $250
KIDS CAMPS-
two weeks 9 a.m.-3 p.m. $475
JUNIOR CAMP-
two weeks 9 a.m.-3 p.m. $475
TEEN TROUPE-
three weeks 9 a.m.-3 p.m. $645
To register and pay online, visitwww.saratogachildrenstheatre.orgor call Meg Kelly at (518) 580-1782.
SARATOGA
TODAYWeek of May 4 - May 10, 201212 EDUCATION
SARATOGA SPRINGS - The
first thing one notices about the
Dance Factory at their second-story
studio located at 24 Hamilton Street
in Saratoga Springs are the brightly
colored walls of green and the airy,
spring-like surrounding scene.
Hand-painted butterflies and other
children’s artwork hangs high here,
adorning the walls like scenery
from “A Midsummer Night’s
Dream.”
“My students will ask me - can
you believe I still have my butter-
fly?” says owner Dianne Carola as
she points to one such creation
hanging in her adjoining office.
This summer season, when par-
ents are looking for a creative
option for their children, the Dance
Factory offers a fun, expressive
outlet and alternative to traditional
summer camp for boys and girls
ages 4-14.
“Our number-one goal is to make
this a child-friendly and happy
place,” said Carola.
“Kids may become bored at
home, but here they’re making new
friends and summer memories.”
Carola, who has been teaching
dance for over 35 years, will again
join guest instructor and profes-
sional dancer Rachael Sporko who
hails from New York City. Carola’s
daughter, Stacia, an art student
from Alfred University, is on hand
to lead creative projects from pot-
tery to canvas work. Theater pro-
fessional Ann Adler is scheduled to
run dramatic arts.
The last week of the program
works well for parents who like
their children to get back into a rou-
tine before school re-opens in the
fall. This camp is great for parents
that work, are visiting or just need a
break.
Pre-registration is required as
space is limited and payment plans
are available. This program is
offered from 9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. dur-
ing the weeks of July 9, July 30 and
August 20. Parents may pick which
weeks they wish to sign up for or
choose all three. Personal mini-
tours of the facility are available by
appointment for interested parents.
Parents of the program’s alumni,
as well as former students, have
provided Dianne with just the right
feedback she needs to keep the pro-
gram open year after year.
“I love dancing with you,” said
student Gianna.
“This was a very positive and
enriching experience for our daugh-
ter. They fostered a caring and edu-
cational environment for everyone.
We look forward to her attending
the camp for many years to come,”
said parent Raffaele C. Iorio.
“My daughter Lily’s favorite part
of the camp was the play they per-
formed for the parents on the last
day. I would recommend this camp
to all young girls in the Saratoga
region who love dance, drama,
music and crafts,” said parent Kim
Neher of Gansevoort.
For information, call Dianne
Carola at (518) 253-1433, email her
at SCAdaycamp@aol.com or visit
www.dancefactorysaratoga.com.
You may also attend their open
house event Saturday, May 5 from
5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Local Dance Studio Offers Alternative Summer Camp Optionby Emily FowlerSaratoga TODAY
GALWAY - About 65 students
participated in Galway Central
School’s Chefs in Our School
program Wednesday, April 25,
in the Joseph Henry Elementary
School cafeteria.
The Glens Falls Chapter of
the American Culinary
Federation (ACF) hosted the
chef and child event for K-6 stu-
dents. In addition to ACF, this
program was supported by the
United States Department of
Agriculture and by the Galway
School Health Awareness
Committee.
The aim of the program is to
involve school children in the
creation of healthy meals while
promoting their understanding
of nutrition and overall wellness.
Professional chefs set up food
stations while students and their
families helped prepare in their
assigned station. Afterward,
chefs cooked the meal and setup
a buffet-style dinner. While
food was being cooked and pre-
pared, information about nutri-
tion and wellness was shared.
photo provided
Chef Jim DeWaard, the chef/manager at the Double H Ranch inLake Luzerne, talks to the students about healthy meals as hechops up some broccoli.
Galway Schools Promote Healthy Eating
SARATOGA
TODAY Week of May 4 - May 10, 2012 13
Franklin CommunityCenter News
14th Annual FranklinOpen
The 2012 Franklin Open, a
charity golf tournament to benefit
the FCC, will take place Saturday,
June 2 at the Windy Hills Golf
Course in Greenwich.
Registration is just $80 per person
and includes greens fees, cart
rental, a hot dog at the turn, a
lunch buffet and great prizes!
Check-in begins at 7:30 a.m. with
an 8 a.m. shotgun start to follow.
You can register by printing
page three of the center’s April
2012 newsletter and mailing it
with payment to 10 Franklin St.,
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866.
Or you can visit www.franklin-
communitycenter.org to register
online.
If you know a business that
would like to sponsor the event or
donate a prize, email Bo at
bo@franklincommunitycenter.org
for more information.
Franklin FantomsNot a golfer? Can't make the
tournament? Sign up to be a
Franklin Fantom! Your $25 entry
fee will entitle you to a 2012
Franklin Open T-shirt, as well as an
entry into our raffle. You will also
receive recognition on our website
and in an upcoming newsletter.
Please sign up as soon as possible so
you are guaranteed a T-shirt the cor-
rect size.
For more information about the
FCC’s programs or ways you can
help, call (518) 587-9826.
Saratoga Coffee TradersCoffee Supports theFranklin Community Center
Saratoga Coffee Traders is
launching “The Giving Bean,” an
organic, fair trade coffee that can be
purchased at the store by the bag,
with part of the proceeds going to
the Franklin Community Center.
Stop by Saratoga Coffee Traders
and pick up a morning perk-up and
help the center. Contact Michael
Brown from Saratoga Coffee
Traders at (518) 584-5600 for more
information.
Free Comic Book Day Helpsthe FCC
Comic Depot, Wilton Mall
Saturday, May 5 is Free Comic
Book Day at the Comic Depot,
which means comic enthusiasts
will get a taste of everything
comics all in one place, while also
getting a chance to help the com-
munity. From 11 a.m.-5 p.m.,
attendees will receive a free comic
book and get the chance to partic-
ipate in a series of events and
exhibits including: visits from
guests Ron Marz, Matthew Dow
Smith, Mark McKenna, Todd
Dezago, Paul Harding, Christine
St. Pierre and Richard Kane
Ferguson; art exhibits featuring
“The History of Batman,” “How
Comics are Made” and “The
Process of Choosing Cover Art;” a
coloring contest; face painting;
door prizes and much more!
And in the spirit of generosity,
guests can take part in fun photo
ops with costumed characters for
just $5, with all proceeds benefit-
ing the local human service
agency, Franklin Community
Center (FCC). Featured characters
include the cast of the Avengers,
as well as a group of Storm
Troopers for the Star Wars fans.
Backstretch Workers in Desperate Need of SuppliesApproximately 250 backstretch workers have just arrived and are in
urgent need of supplies! Items needed include twin-sized blankets;
sleeping bags and/or comforters; pillows; and men's sized 32/30 blue
jeans. More workers will be arriving daily.
If you would like to donate any of the above items, they can be
dropped off at the Backstretch Rec. Center on Union Ave. throughout
the weekend
Eighth Annual Team Billy Ride and Walk for Research Saratoga Springs Farmers’ Market at High Rock ParkOn Sunday, May 20, three bike rides of 50, 25 and 10 miles will begin
at 8:30 a.m., with a 3-mile walk through the historic district starting at 9
a.m. The rides follow some of the most beautiful sections of Saratoga
County, with the 50-mile bike ride through the Saratoga National
Historic Park.
This local event and ongoing donations have made possible over
$1,000,000 in research grants for brain tumor research. All donations are
tax deductible and made payable to the National Brain Tumor Society.
To register for the Ride for Research, donate funds or volunteer, visit
www.teambilly.org.
Flower and Fruit Mission’s Spring Luncheon108 Avenue of the Pines, Saratoga SpringsThe Flower and Fruit Mission of Saratoga Hospital will be hosting
their annual Spring Luncheon Tuesday, May 15 at the Hall of Springs.
This year’s theme is "The Madhatter Spring Luncheon" and guests are
encouraged to wear their favorite hats. Social hour begins at 11:30 a.m.,
with time to mingle and enjoy the display of silent auction and raffle
items, followed by a seated lunch catered by Glen Sanders Mansion.
Tickets are $50 and reservations may be made by contacting Heather
Mabee at (518) 225-2216 prior to May 5.
Springtime Means It’s Rebuilding Together Time in the County
Rebuilding Together Saratoga County Prepares for Spring Workdays
If it’s springtime, it’s time for hundreds of volunteers to assist their
neighbors in need.
Rebuilding Together Saratoga County will be working on 38 projects
throughout the county this spring, which will include 32 homeowners,
five community centers and one park.
Spring work dates are May 5, 6. You can call the office at (518) 587-
3315 or email michelle@rtsaratoga.org with the day you’d like to help.
If you are not handy with a hammer you can donate $25 via RTSC’s
website to pay for a work crew lunch.
HELPING HANDS
SARATOGA
TODAYWeek of May 4 - May 10, 201214 FOOD
Fiddleheads taste ever so slightly
nutty and a lot like asparagus and I
was an immediate fan.
Since then I have learned to walk
the banks of the stream at my house
and harvest every 10th or so head,
leaving plenty for the future so that
I will continue to have them for
years to come. The farmers at our
market do the same. Fiddleheads
cannot be cultivated, so they truly
are a wild food and therefore cannot
be “clear cut” but must be sustain-
ably foraged. Like a wildflower, fid-
dlehead season doesn’t last long, so
it’s now or never to get them!
Over the years I have tried many
different recipes using fiddleheads
and there are now plenty of tasty
recipes online to try. The sad part is
that fiddlehead season is short-lived;
when available and cooked, fiddle-
heads must be eaten quickly.
However, a wonderful foodie at our
market, Christina Davis, of
Scratchclub fame, is a real innovator
when it comes to cooking fresh
food. She developed a pickling
method that is absolutely delicious,
offers many uses, and imparts porta-
bility and longevity to fiddleheads.
This fiddlehead pickle can be added
to salads, sandwiches, tacos or bur-
ritos and is good enough to eat as a
standalone snack. My husband loves
them on top of his cheeseburgers.
Your imagination is the only limita-
tion on their use!
The recipe itself is easy, but
preparation involves some “clean-
ing” (as do all recipes involving fid-
dleheads). Michael Kilpatrick, a
vendor at our market and seller of
fiddleheads, gave a great description
of the cleaning process in one of his
newsletters: “If there are any dark
brown parts, remove them before
cooking. If there is a lot of brown
papery material on the outside, you
can place them all in a paper bag
and shake vigorously. Then put
them in a colander and rinse them
with a strong blast of cold water.”
Pickled Fiddleheads inTaragon & Caraway Seed byChristina Davis
1 cup apple cider vinegar
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dried tarragon
1 teaspoon caraway seeds
1 cup fiddleheads
Directions: Wash and clean the
fiddleheads as stated above. Add
first six items into a pot and stir to
incorporate. Bring to a boil. Once
sugar is dissolved, turn off heat. Add
fiddleheads directly to pot and let sit
until cool. Pour brine and fiddle-
heads into a sterilized, airtight con-
tainer and refrigerate.
It should be noted that some peo-
ple need to have their fiddleheads
well-cooked (over 10 minutes) in
order to prevent stomach upset. This
recipe method, of allowing them to
sit until cool, allows for the stomach
antagonist to be inactivated, but will
cause the fiddleheads to lose their
bright green color. Most don’t have
this stomach issue, but some do.
Suzanne VoigtFarmers’ Market
There many different recipes for
mojitos, but I will suggest this one:
¼ tsp. *fine sugar
4-6 fresh mint leaves
2 oz. rum (more if you dare)
2 oz. mojito mix
2 oz. club soda
Slice of lime
In the bottom of a tall rocks
glass, muddle (mix) fine sugar,
mint leaves and lime slice with
your muddler. Fill glass with ice.
Stir in remaining ingredients.
Garnish with fresh mint and a lime
wedge then serve!
*You can use simple syrup
instead of fine sugar. Make simple
syrup by heating 1 part sugar with
1 part water until dissolved; cool
before using. Mojitos, I have
found, can vary in quality- so
tweak them to your liking!
The same holds true for the mint
julep, but here is my offering:
4 Fresh mint sprigs
2.5 oz. bourbon whiskey
1 tsp. powdered sugar
2 tsp. water
Muddle mint leaves, powdered
sugar, and water in a Collins glass.
Fill the glass with shaved or
crushed ice and add bourbon. Top
with more ice and garnish with a
mint sprig. Serve with a straw.
Hey, if James Bond can have a
mojito in “Die Another Day” and a
mint julep in “Goldfinger” then we
should have one too! Make sure
you mix your drinks in the kitchen
because as I say each week: “Life
happens in the kitchen.”
Take care,
John
John ReardonCompliments to the Chef
Pickled Fiddleheads in Taragon & Caraway Seed
Muddle Some Fun!
Don’t forget, the Saratoga
Farmers’ Market moved outside to
our beloved High Rock Avenue
Pavilions this week! Hours of oper-
ation now are: Wednesdays 3-6 p.m.
and Saturdays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Pickled Fiddleheads inTaragon & Caraway Seed
Inspired from the food blog of
Scratchclub’s Christina Davis, the
CSA coordinator for Kilpatrick
Family Farm
This year fiddleheads have gotten
a head start with the warmer-than-
usual weather. It is probably the last
week or two for fiddleheads at the
market, so before they are gone for
the season, please come to the
Saratoga Farmers’ Market and grab
a bag of a truly “wild” and “for-
aged” food: heads of premature
ostrich fern, also known as
fiddleheads.
Kim Klopstock of 50 South intro-
duced me to these food novelties a
few years back. She served them
sautéed with spices and had them a
bit crunchy. They were delicious.
Hello my Foodie Friends! This
week Compliments to the Chef on
Broadway celebrates Cinco de
Mayo, the Kentucky Derby, a
Super Moon, A new SNL, and my
niece’s First Communion (required
celebration afterward, I don’t
make the rules). I am not going to
be moving to fast on Monday! So
this is the perfect time to talk about
muddlers. A muddler is used to
make mojitos and mint juleps and
releases the essence of the mint
leaves, and mixes them with fine
sugar or simple syrup. A simple
tool that produces a delicious
drink! They come in different
forms some are made of wood and
some are made of stainless steel
and plastic. I know what you are
saying, “but John, the mojito is a
Cuban drink and Cinco de Mayo is
a Mexican tradition!” OK, I hear
you, but we are celebrating a lot of
things this weekend and I am on a
role, so just go with me on this one.
Besides, you could always just
make the mint juleps for the
Derby!
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by Yael GoldmanSaratoga TODAY
Saratoga Springs Farmers’ Market Opens
SARATOGA SPRINGS - TheSaratoga Springs Farmers’ Market isa great place to find fresh fruits,vegetables, homemade bakedgoods, local meat and dairy prod-ucts and so much more.
The market started in 1978 as asmall group of vendors in a parkinglot and has since grown to more than50 vendors. Last year, the marketwas named the best in the state formedium-sized markets, and second-best in the country!
Supporting local business is veryimportant to the communities inSaratoga County, something that isespecially true of the local farmers’market. All of the vendors and theirproducts must be produced locally(from within Saratoga, Schenectady,Washington and Rensselaer coun-
ties). As is stated on the market’swebsite, this means that when youshop at the market, you are buyingunique products and supporting ourcommunity and our economy. Theonly exception to the “only local”rule is fresh Long Island-caughtfish.
The Saratoga Farmers’ Marketopened this week at its outdoor loca-tion on High Rock Ave. in down-town Saratoga Springs. Shopperscan now shop outdoors under theHigh Rock pavilion two days aweek: on Wednesday from 3-6 p.m.and then Saturday from 9 a.m.-1p.m. You’ll find an incredibleassortment of fruits, vegetables,herbs, locally-made dressings, jams,sauces, crafts, baked goods anddairy products in addition to localplants for your garden.
There’s much more to the
Saratoga Springs Farmers’ Marketexperience than grocery shopping.This lively market is also a greatplace to meet friends, connect with
your community and enjoy enter-tainment and family-friendly events.From chef demonstrations to livemusic, there’s always something fun
happening at the market. Stop byand check it out!
For more information, visitwww.saratogafarmersmarket.org.
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by Kerry Ann Mendez,Owner of Perennially Yours for Saratoga TODAY
Only Fools Rush In…
Sometimes in our gardening-
starved states, we grab our shovels,
rototillers – anything we can get our
hands on – and start working soil
too early in the spring, when it is
still too wet and cold. Working
heavy, wet soil makes the task more
strenuous than it needs to be, but
more importantly, you are actually
doing damage to your soil. Your
soil’s structure is based on the way
the individual particles of sand, silt
and clay clump together. Healthy
soil is approximately 50 percent
solids (mineral particles and organic
matter), 25 percent water and 25
percent air. By working soil too
early you break down the particles,
creating a silty substance that has lit-
tle open spaces for air and
water…not good! Clay soil dries out
more slowly than sandy; similarly,
the colder your hardiness zone, the
slower the gardening games can
being. For the Capital District,
sometime in late April is a safe bet.
How can you tell if the garden gate
has swung open and you can charge
ahead? If you put your shovel in the
ground and it comes up with clods
of soil still clumping to it, then it is
still too wet – start a different proj-
ect. So please be kind to your soil
and treat it with respect. A respectful
attitude also means not tramping on
your soil while doing routine garden
maintenance. Soil compaction is a
“dirty word.”
Moving with Style May is a great time to plant peren-
nials. When digging a hole, make
sure to allow plenty of room for the
plant’s roots to spread out – no
cramming please. If your soil is not
a rich, crumbly loam (and let’s be
honest – how many of us really have
“black gold?”), then spade some
compost or aged manure into the
planting hole, working it lightly into
the existing soil. Set the plant in
place, spread its roots out, pour
water-diluted fertilizer over the
roots, backfill with soil, and then
tamp down gently with your hands.
Be sure the crown (the area where
the stems meet the roots) is at soil
level. Planting too deep or shallow
is a common death trap. I find that
holding the plant at the right level
with one hand while backfilling soil
with the other, minimizes errors. By
the way, Neptune’s Harvest Fish and
Seaweed Fertilizer, an organic liq-
uid feed, has been shown to be more
effective than its 20-20-20, blue-
crystal chemical counterparts.
Finally, don’t fool yourself into
thinking your role as caregiver is
done. You need to water newly
installed plants (especially those in
sunny areas) every two or three days
for the first few weeks, depending
on the weather and your soil type.
This is a crucial trans-
planting recovery
period. After this you
can start weaning
them off the ‘bottle.’
Voila! You have
now got yourself a
happy plant that
will return you the
favor!
PerenniallyYours,Kerry Ann Mendez
Kerry Ann Mendez is a speaker,designer, writer and the owner ofPerennially Yours, a local businessspecializing in low-maintenanceperennial gardening. Mendez alsois the author of two top-selling
gardening books: “TheUltimate Flower Gardener’s TopTen Lists” and “Top Ten Lists forBeautiful Shade Gardens .” Tolearn more, visit www.pyours.comor call (518) 885-3471.
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by Sherry FitzGibbonSaratoga TODAY
Last summer, I was the victimof a sneak attack. was minding myown business, weeding a patch ofgarden that had gotten out of con-trol, when I heard a strangebuzzing sound. Since I was in themiddle of a bit of bee balm, Iassumed a bumblebee was check-ing me out; they are notoriousflirts. I couldn’t spot any blackand yellow Romeos, but I did heara bizarre squeaking. Baffled, Ipicked my head up, looked aroundand was nearly smacked in thehead by a miniscule bird.
A female ruby-throated hum-mingbird was dive-bombing mefor having the nerve to intrude onher patch of nectar-producingflowers.
Needless to say, I retreated to asafe distance and commencedobserving. The ruby-throated
hummingbird, which is the onlyhummer in the eastern half ofNorth America, is iridescentgreen. The male has a blaze ofruby feathers on his throat. Bothmale and female have a long,pointed beak and an equally longtongue, used to probe trumpet-shaped flowers for nectar. Theyweigh in at around 3.5 grams,“feather-weight” in the birdworld, if you’ll forgive the pun.
Flying is definitely somethingat which hummers excel. They arecapable of flying forward, back-ward and hovering. Incredibly,hummingbirds can beat theirwings 55 times per second andcan reach speeds of 60 miles perhour during mating displays.
Hummingbirds are also some ofthe toughest birds around. Theymigrate from Central America asfar north as southern Canada andback again every year, followingthe blooming flowers. There issome evidence that some of them
actually cross the Gulf of Mexicoin one long, 18-hour, 500-mileflight! I’m usually happy to makeit across the parking lot, much lessa gulf.
They usually arrive back in ourarea around mid-April, so now isthe time to break out your feedersand cook up some nectar. Feedersconsist of a bottle for the nectarand multiple feeding ports. Theyare available from many localstores and come in everythingfrom simple plastic to elegantglass designs. Keep in mind, whendeciding which one to buy, theymust be cleaned regularly. Simplemay be better.
Hummingbird nectar is veryeasy to make: boil 4 cups of waterand 1 cup of sugar until the sugaris dissolved, then let cool. It willkeep in the fridge for about aweek. Clean your feeder whenev-er you refill it or when the nectarbecomes cloudy. This will preventmold from forming, which can be
deadly to hummers. There is noneed to add red food coloring tothe nectar as long as the feederitself is red or has red decorations.Hummers can’t resist anything redand will fly in to check out fakered flowers, red ribbons, even redshirts or hats.
This makes attracting hum-mingbirds to your garden easy-just plant red flowers! One flowerin particular is a guaranteed draw– Monarda didyma or Scarlet BeeBalm. These odd looking flowershave a cluster of red, tubular flow-ers at the top of the stalk andsmell like heaven. Hummers justlove them and will aggressivelydefend them from all comers,even gardeners innocently weed-ing in the vicinity. Keep an eye onthis plant though; it is in the mintfamily and can run rampant if youdon’t limit its territory.
If you have a wall or trellis, ahoneysuckle vine is another hum-mer favorite. Be careful not to getJapanese honeysuckle (Lonicerajaponica) as it can be very inva-sive. I grow a variety called“Goldflame,” a lovely red andyellow, and it stays tamely on itstrellis and perfumes the entirearea. My only complaint of thisplant is its tendency to develop atouch of powdery mildew duringdamp weather.
There is an outstanding annualsalvia called “Lady in Red” whichis also a hummer magnet. It formsa neat, mounding plant coveredwith spikes of bright red tubular
flowers that just keep coming.There is also a pink variety,“Coral Nymph,” of which I amfond, even if the hummingbirdsare not. Both these plants thrive inregular garden soil and don’trequire any special care, though Ido recommend deadheading themto keep them looking neat.
You may discover another deli-cate, small flyer attracted to yourhummingbird plants that, at firstglance, may look like a hummer.Once you see the antennae, how-ever, you’ll know you are seeing ahummingbird moth. Unlike mostmoths, these are just as willing tocome out in the daytime as anybutterfly and they like prettymuch the same flowers. I havehad very good luck attractinghummingbird moths with beebalm and garden phlox. Bothhummingbird moths and othermoths are especially good at polli-nating night-blooming flowersand are essential to the reproduc-tion of certain garden plants.
For more information abouthummingbirds and their habits,including videos of hummingbirdantics and recordings of theirvoices, check out Cornell’s web-site for birds, www.allabout-b i r d s . o r g /guide/search. There are alsoCitizen Scientist projects tobecome involved in plus ideas forteaching others about our feath-ered friends. It’s well worthexploring this site!
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by Deb Olignyfor Saratoga TODAY
Dividing perennials is an impor-tant part of maintaining your flowerbed. Here are some quick-and-dirtytips from a green-thumbed profes-sional, Deb Oligny, owner ofOligny’s in Gansevoort.
Three main reasons fordividing perennials:
1.) To control their size; it keepsrapidly-spreading perennialsunder control
2.) To help rejuvenate old plants,keeping them vigorous andblooming freely
3.) To increase their number, it isan easy and inexpensive way togain additional plants for yourgarden or to share
Signs that perennials needdividing:
• Flowers are smaller than normal • Centers of the clumps are
hollow or dead• The bottom foliage is sparse
or poor
What and when to divide:
• Never in hot sun, divide on acloudy day or early morning orevening
• A general rule of thumb is to
divide fall bloomers in early spring,(NOW!) ideally just as the growingtips of the plant begins to emerge toabout 2 inches above theground. (Asters, Bee Balm, BlackEyed Susan, Blanket Flower,
Chrysanthemum, Coneflower, CoralBells, Cornflower, Daylily,Geranium, Liatris, Loosestrife, TallGarden Phlox, Hosta, Grasses, RedHot Poker, Sedum, Artemesia,Veronica, Yarrow)
• Divide spring and summerblooming perennials in the fall,early September is usually best.(Astilbe, Iris, Flower, Brunnera,Geranium, Phlox, Pulmonaria,Hosta, Coreopsis)
Divide creeping Phlox (Phloxsubulata) in spring just after blooming
• Divide Peony in August. • Plants with a taproot generally
resent divisions: Asclepias(Butterfly Weed), Oriental Poppies,Gypsophila (Baby’s Breath),Dictamus (Gas Plant), Baptisia(False Indigo)
The Basics:
• Prepare the area you plan to putyour new divisions by amendingthe soil with organiccompost. Water the plants to be
HomeDIY: Dividing Perennials
divided thoroughly a day or twobefore. • Prune the stems and foliage to 4-6 inches above the ground (fall only). • Dig down deep on all four sidesof the plant using a sharp shovelabout 4-6 inches away from theplant. Pry underneath and lift thewhole clump. • Shake off the loose soil.• Divide the plant either by cutting into several pieces withyour shovel or by prying apartwith your hands or back to backdigging forks.• Plant the divisions immediatelyat the same depth they were originally. • Water well.• Mulch with straw, leaves orChristmas tree bows for the firstwinter.Oligny's Country Gardens390 Wilton-Gansevoort Rd.Gansevoort, NY 12831www.olignys.comLIKE US ON FACEBOOK!
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by Emily FowlerSaratoga TODAY
Gnot YourAverage Gnome
SARATOGA SPRINGS -Traditionally, folklore tells us thatgnomes are guardians of ourwoodlands from inside the earth.A lawn gnome may help guardyour exterior turf of earth, too.
From Buddha to bird baths,only your imagination is the limit.Let local garden centers help youturn your outdoor living spaceinto a personal flora and faunasanctuary.
Sunnyside Gardens345 Church St. # A, Saratoga Springs(518) 584-1034
Dehn’s Flowers &Greenhouses180 Beekman St., Saratoga Springs and 15 Trieble Ave., Milton-Ballston Spa. (518) 584-1880
Schrade’s Posie Peddler92 West Ave., Saratoga Springs(518) 584-3770
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Welcome HomeBelmonte Builders
Belmonte’s 2012 Capital Region Buildersand Remodelers Association’s Parade ofHomes entry is located at 884 LishakillRoad in Niskayuna. The French Country
architecture of this custom home featuresan open plan creating natural flow, warmthand charm.
The stone veneer, large entry porch and
breezeway to the auxiliary garage completethis stylish exterior. The spacious gourmetkitchen is perfectly suited for entertainingwith easy access to the dining room, great
room and screened porch. To complete thisdesign, the first-floor master suite featuresdistinctive ceiling details, ample closetspace and a large private bath.
Ascend to the second floor on the sweep-ing curved staircase where you’ll find anexpansive center landing with open views ofthe first-floor great room and foyer. Abridge to the bonus room provides a uniquedetail. Don’t forget to explore the garden-level basement, which provides even moreliving space to this beautiful home.
For their décor essentials, BelmonteBuilders turned to Denise Palumbo of theinterior design firm, Plum & Crimson, tocomplete this exquisite project.
Belmonte Builders recognizes that formost of us, a home represents a mostimportant investment, not just in terms ofmoney, but for what it says about who weare and how we live. As an industry innova-tor, they are bringing the world of true cus-tom homebuilding into an affordable pricerange.
A home is an autobiography- a visible,tangible family portrait telling who you areand what you value. For more than 30years, the Belmonte team has been buildingcustom homes as distinctive as the familiesthey create them for. Please contact
Belmonte Builders so they can design yourhome “as individual as you are.”
They constantly strive to improve them-selves, the homes they build and their rela-tionships with customers. It is their ongoingendeavor to achieve the highest quality ofexcellence in the industry today.
Belmonte Builders is proud to be anEnergy-Star partner.
Parade of Homes is open at the Lishakilllocation June 2, 3, 9, and 10 from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. each day.
For ticket information, visitBelmontebuilders.com.
Founded in 1977, Belmonte is one of thelargest custom homebuilders in the CapitalDistrict and has won numerous awards fortheir excellence in homebuilding. Their mis-sion is to identify your individual needs andlifestyle and build a home “as individual asyou are.”
Come visit a Belmonte home and see foryourself the flow of the floor plan, the qual-ity and integrity of construction, and the lov-ing attention to detail – all of which are thebuilding blocks of their success. Please visitwww.Belmontebuilders.com. BelmonteBuilders • 1743 Route 9 • Clifton Park, NY12065 • (518) 371-1000.
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• Sweeping CurvedStaircase
• 13’ Tall Family Roomceilings
• Attached ScreenPorch
• Breezeway to auxil-iary garage
• Garden LevelBasement
• French CountryExterior Design
• Stone VeneerFaçade
• Large Entry Porch
• ExtensiveLandscaping
• Expansive Windows
• Spacious GourmetKitchen
Home HighlightsInclude:
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by Emily FowlerSaratoga TODAY
Boyce & Drake First in Area to Offer NEST Thermostat
With the swipe of a hand, JasonKelsey, co-owner of Boyce &Drake Plumbing and Heating,located at 240 Excelsior Avenuein Saratoga Springs, demon-strates how easily their new“NEST” device can be used. Thesmooth, round dial is an award-winning design that appearsshiny, light and bright. It looks
like the future. NEST, a new company created
by former Apple iPod designer,Tony Fadell, is changing the lookand feel of the industry for a rea-son. Saving energy and the envi-ronment while saving money,thankfully, seems to be the uni-versal idea these days.
Boyce & Drake is the firstcompany to carry the NESTdevice in the Capital Region after
Kelsey saw the product bychance on CBS. He then becamecertified in its installation inorder to bring area residents thesame great results he was findingon his own.
“We bought it for our shop justmonths ago and are already see-ing savings,” said Kelsey.
After proper setup, the onlytime it requires attention is whenthe user’s needs change with the
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simplify this aspect of their lifewhile saving money.
“We want people to knowabout this device. There are nolonger energy-efficient ratingsfor thermostats anymore. Peoplesometimes use the programmableparts of their thermostats manu-ally and do not remember to orchoose not to use those pro-gram’s settings. This is badbecause it is a waste of resourcesand money. With NEST, you’re
saving time, headaches andmoney. It is so convenient, it’s areal win-win,” said Kelsey.
Interested? Check outwww.nest.com to see how yourhome or business can start savingmoney over time with the help ofsimplified technology. The costfor a NEST device purchasedthrough Boyce & Drake is $378plus tax and includes a five-yearwarranty, plus all materials, laborand installation. Thanks to ener-
gy saving features, this is moneyyou may see a return on afteronly a few years of use. Let theexperts at Boyce & Drake makeinstallation quick and easy foryou, so you can begin savingright away.
Kelsey’s simple summarymight just say it all.
“I knew the people of Saratogawould love this. This thermostatis cool.”
YourHomeseasons. This thermostat acts“smart” like your smartphone by“knowing” through means ofdetection if someone is at homeand moving around. It has thecapability to be set up using Wi-Fi technology but doesn’t need tobe set up that way if you don’thave it.
The user doesn’t have to spendtime controlling it if they don’twant to because it “learns” orrather configures your space’spersonal heating or cooling pat-terns and needs.
Do you have company cominginto town? Heat up the space forthem ahead of their arrival.Similarly, when they leave,NEST turns itself off. Goingaway? Manage your settingsfrom outside the country usingfree Android or iPhone apps
available for it.This is a highly useful compo-
nent for homeowners with a sea-sonal vacation home or secondresidence.
Business owners, too, can takeadvantage of the ease of NEST. Itis great for commercial purposes,because oftentimes, employeesinadvertently waste energy andmoney when they forget to turndown their heating and coolingsystem.
“In our office, it switches to asetting during the daytime, staysthere and turns itself down auto-matically when employees leaveif it does not sense motion insidethe office,” said Kelsey.
NEST is great for all types ofpeople, from new homeownersand older folks, to business own-ers-basically anyone looking to
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Help Design Greenfield
Elementary PlaygroundGreenfield Elementary has an
online survey on their website
(www.greenfieldplayground.com)
asking for feedback about their cur-
rent playground and what
changes/ideas people would like to
see incorporated into their new one.
The goal is to obtain community
input from the survey to be summa-
rized and submitted to the designer.
The survey will be online for the
next few weeks.
Lilac Walking Tour to
Bloom in SchuylervilleLilac lovers are encouraged to get
to Schuylerville soon. Any day
now, over 30 lilac specimens will be
in bloom in the village. A special
project, sponsored by the
Schuylerville Area Chamber of
Commerce, is a community effort to
bring something unique to the area –
a lilac collection and walking tour.
Maps of the Lilac Walking Tour
are available at Schuyler Sweets,
Olde Saratoga Wine and Spirits, and
Old Saratoga Books, all in the heart
of the village, and the Saratoga
Springs Visitor Center. Information
on a special two-day Gardener’s
Weekend (Mother’s Day weekend),
and plant sale information can be
found at www.schuylervillecham-
ber.org. For more information,
contact Mary Roberts at
(518) 695-6923.
World War II USO
Show New York State Military Museum,
61 Lake Ave., Saratoga SpringsIn honor of Bob Hope's first USO
broadcast on May 6, 1941, the
Friends of the New York State
Military Museum and Veterans
Research Center will present a
recreation of an Armed Forces
Radio broadcast and cantina per-
formance. The majority of these
broadcasts were live from military
bases around the country. On
Saturday, May 19, from 2-5 p.m.,
the Military Museum will become a
World War II military base and you
will be part of the audience for a
live remote broadcast featuring
actual performances by the incom-
parable Manhattan Dolls and an
accompanying music group. Local
historian and entertainer Gary Ferris
will host the program that will
include monologues inspired by
Bob Hope, period ad spots, War
Bond promo pieces and songs
requested by America's best genera-
tion, World War II's fighting men
and women serving around the
globe. Refreshments like those at
USO cantinas during World War II
will be served. Come and join us for
this historic look back in time!
Proceeds will benefit the Friends of
the NYS Military Museum. Tickets
are $25 in advance and $30 at the
door. Active military personnel are
$20. For more information, call
(518) 584-2244 or visit
www.friendsofthenysmilitarymuse-
um.com.
Drop off Clothing
Donations to Cudney’sDrop off your gently-used, in-sea-
son clothing Saturday, May 5 from
8 a.m.-4 p.m. at all Cudney’s loca-
tions in Saratoga and Wilton. The
clothing will then be sorted, cleaned
and donated to Franklin Community
Center.
Seeking Vendors and
CraftersChrist the Savior Orthodox
Church, 349 Eastline Rd., BallstonLake
Christ the Savior Orthodox
Church is seeking vendors and
crafters for their second annual flea
market taking place July 7, from 9
a.m.-3 p.m. at the church. Outside
and indoor spaces are available. For
more information, email
xcsavior@yahoo.com or call
(518) 363-0001.
Taste of Home
Cooking School to
Benefit Newspapers in
EducationTickets are on sale now for the
Taste of Home Cooking School, a
special one-night event May 14 at
the Saratoga Springs City Center.
The two-hour interactive event will
feature 10 all-new spring recipes
prepared by Taste of Home Chef
Michael Barna. General admission
is $15. A limited number of VIP
admissions at $60 include preferred
seating, a Taste of Home cookbook,
exclusive admission to a pre-show
reception sponsored by Price
Chopper and early admission to a
Vendor Expo. General admission
tickets can be purchased weekdays
between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. at The
Saratogian in person or by calling
(518) 584-0205. VIP tickets are
available only through The
Saratogian. Tickets can also be pur-
chased at four area Price Choppers:
The Price Chopper on Route 50
(Ballston Ave.) and Railroad Place
in Saratoga Springs; on Route 50 in
Wilton; and off Route 9 in Malta.
Proceeds benefit the Newspapers in
Education Program, which provides
newspapers to area classrooms.
Doors open for the May 14 event at
5 p.m. and the show begins at 7 p.m.
AGC NYS Offering
Scholarship
OpportunitiesThe Associated General
Contractors of New York State
(AGC NYS) is now accepting appli-
cations for their undergraduate,
graduate and diesel technology
scholarship program. For eligibility
requirements, contact Brendan
Manning at (518) 456-1134. To
download an application, visit
https://www.agcnys.org/programs/s
cholarship. The deadline to submit
applications is May 15, 2012.
Saratoga Springs
Preservation
Foundation Requesting
Nominations for
2012 Preservation
Recognition AwardsEach year in May as part of
National Historic Preservation
Month, Saratoga Springs
Preservation Foundation recognizes
individuals and organizations that
have completed preservation proj-
ects in the past year. The foundation
is requesting nominations of proj-
ects that reflect a commitment to
preserving, promoting and reusing
historic buildings and landscapes.
The project must be located in the
city of Saratoga Springs but does
not have to be located in a historic
district. Projects are to include exte-
riors of private property and interi-
ors or exteriors of public spaces.
The building or landscape must be
50 years or older. Those nominated
may be individuals, organizations,
businesses or municipal representa-
tives. Projects must have been com-
pleted within the past year.
Nominations will be evaluated by
the awards committee. To nominate
a project, contact Samantha
Bosshart at (518) 587-5030 or email
her at sbosshart@saratogapreserva-
tion.org with the address of the proj-
ect; a description of the work com-
pleted; and, if possible, name of the
property owner and photographs.
Nominations must be submitted by
Wednesday, May 9. The
Preservation Recognition Awards
Ceremony will take place Thursday,
May 31 at 5 p.m. at the City Hall
City Council Chambers and is open
to the public.
Grant Cottage Opens
Memorial Day
WeekendThe Ulysses S. Grant Cottage,
located atop Mt. McGregor near
Wilton is about to experience its
20th year under the Friends of Grant
Cottage--the nonprofit organization
formed in partnership with New
York State Parks to save the remark-
able historic site and to interpret and
promote a compelling and unique
American story.
The Grant Cottage is the
dwelling where the celebrated gen-
eral (and our nation's 18th presi-
dent) spent his final days. Its
remarkable authenticity including
the rugs upon which he walked and
the bed in which he died, draws vis-
itors from around the world. Guests
may stand upon the porch where he
completed his memoirs (sometimes
with Mark Twain at his side) or may
stroll along the path to the edge of
Mt. McGregor to experience the
same vista that Grant reveled at in
1885.
On Memorial Day weekend, the
cottage's doors will open to the pub-
lic for the first time this season.
Informative tour guides will lead
guests through rooms and among
the furniture Grant used during his
last days. The visitor’s center will
be open, offering interpretive dis-
plays as well as books and sou-
venirs from the gift shop.
This season, visitors will have the
opportunity to enhance their experi-
ence at the cottage through the
guide-by-cell audio tour. The
grounds atop Mount McGregor sur-
rounding the Cottage have so many
stories to tell that the guides could
not possibly fit them all into the
standard tour. Therefore, visitors
will be able to discover these gems
on their own, and even from home if
they so desire.
Send your local briefs to Emily Fowler at efowler@saratogapublishing.com before
Monday at 5 p.m. for Friday publication
Town of Ballston:Ballston Town Hall
323 Charlton Road
885-8502
www.townofballstonny.org
5/9: Jenkins Park Advisory, 7 p.m.
Village of Ballston Spa:66 Front Street
885-5711
www.ballstonspany.org
5/7: Village Board, 7:30 p.m.5/9: Planning Board, 7:30 p.m.
Town of Greenfield:7 Wilton Road
893-7432
www.townofgreenfield.com
5/8: Planning Board, 7 p.m.5/10: Town Board, 7:30 p.m.
Town of Malta:2540 Route 9
899-2818
www.malta-town.org
5/7: Town Board, 7 p.m.Town of Milton:
503 Geyser Road
885-9220
www.townofmiltonny.org
5/9: Planning Board, 7 p.m.City of Saratoga Springs:
474 Broadway
587-3550
www.saratoga-springs.org
5/7: Zoning Board of Appeals, 7 p.m.5/9: Planning Board, 7 p.m.
Town of Saratoga:12 Spring Street, Schuylerville
695-3644
www.townofsaratoga.com
Village of Schuylerville:35 Spring Street
695-3881
www.villageofschuylerville.org
5/9: Board of Trustees, 7 p.m.Town of Stillwater:
66 East St., Riverside
Mechanicville, NY 12118
www.stillwaterny.org
5/7: Planning Board, 7 p.m.Town of Wilton:
22 Traver Road
587-1939
www.townofwilton.com
5/7: Park & Rec., 7 p.m.Saratoga County Board ofSupervisors
40 McMaster St., # 1
Ballston Spa, NY 12020-1985
(518) 885-2240
www.saratogacountyny.gov
5/7: Equalization &Assessment, 3 p.m.5/7: Veterans, 3:30 p.m.5/7: Legislative & Research, 4 p.m.5/8: Public Safety, 3 p.m.5/8: Social Programs, 3:30 p.m.5/8: Public Works, 4 p.m.5/9: Law & Finance, 4 p.m.5/9: Board of SupervisorsBoard Meeting, 5 p.m.
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Weekend-LongSaratoga Springs Horse Show Union Ave., Saratoga Springs Throughout this weekend andnext (May 9-13) the SaratogaSprings Horse Show is the first out-door USEF AA Rating and USEFJumper 4 Rating Show in theNortheast featuring hunters,jumpers and equitation classesheld in three rings. Enjoy breakfast,lunch and snacks outside the showrings, which will be available dailystarting at 8 a.m. Admission is $3for adults, children under 12 arefree. Grounds are located acrossfrom Yaddo and the Saratoga RaceTrack For more information, emailsaratogaspringshorseshow@gmail.com.
Friday, May 4“The Prisoner of Second Avenue”Stillater Parish Theater, All Saints Onthe Hudson No. Parish Center,Stillwater Come and show support for thistroupe that has reconvened after atwo-year hiatus and are eager topresent to you “The Prisoner ofSecond Avenue” a comedy by NeilSimon, with a dinner catered byPanza’s. Additional dates are May 5,6, 11-13, 18 and 19. For more infor-mation or reservations, call (518)290-0019 or visit www.spaothe-ater.org.
Saturday, May 5Ballston Spa IndoorFarmers’ Market50 West High St., CornellCooperative Extension AuditoriumThe market will take place from 9a.m.-noon. For information, visitwww.ballston.org or call (518) 885-2772.
Parents Without PartnersMeetingShenedehowa Adult CommunityCenter, Clifton CommonsParents Without Partners (PWP)meets at 6:45 p.m. for our Singles’Orientation and Open House.Meet other singles from theCapital District, Saratoga and sur-rounding areas. Children’s activi-ties are subsidized through chap-ter funds. Learn more atwww.meetup.com/PWP796 or by
calling (518) 348-2062.
Wilton Wildlife Preserve &Park Bird WalkA bird walk led by Rich Speidel willtake place at Camp Saratoga onScout Road. Bring binoculars. Thisfree program requires pre-registra-tion. Call Rich Speidel at (518) 623-2587 to reserve your spot as spaceis limited.
Sunday, May 6Elks’ Breakfast Buffet1 Elks Lane, Route 9, Saratoga SpringsLet the Saratoga-Wilton Elks serveyou a buffet breakfast from 8:30-11a.m. Adults $7, seniors/militarywith ID $6, children 5-12 $5, under5 free, takeouts $8.
Third Annual HolocaustMemorial LectureSaratoga Chabad, 130 Circular St., Saratoga Springs“I Believe, The story of One JewishLife,” by Holocaust Survivor Leibel“Leo” Zisman Lecture begins at 7 p.m. RSVP forthis event by emailingsaratora@aol.com or by calling(518) 526-0773.
Barnes and Noble Story Time3029 Route 50, Saratoga SpringsAt 1 p.m. come to Barnes andNoble to hear some favorite sto-ries, play with new friends andmake a craft to take home. Forinformation, contact Beth Austin at(518) 583-7761 or email her atcrm2019@bn.com.
Monday, May 7Practicing Compassion in Daily LifeSaratoga Springs Public Library, 49 Henry St., Community RoomThe Ven. Lama Lhanang Rinpocheis coming from California toSaratoga for the fourth time from
7-8:30 p.m. His theme for theevening will be on the develop-ment and practice of compassionand how to include it more in ourdaily lives and in society. There willbe ample time for questions anddialogue. For further information,call Joe (518) 306-4722.
Wednesday, May9Taste of Italy Dinner
1 Elks Lane Route 9, SaratogaSpringsFrom 4:30 p.m.-7 p.m. enjoy a deli-cious Italian dinner. Adults $9, sen-iors/military with ID $8, children$5, under 5 free, takeouts $10.
Thursday, May10Brown Bag Lunch SeriesSaratoga Springs Public Library, 49Henry St., Dutcher RoomThe third installment of the 2012Spring Series of the Brown BagLunch Program will present a liv-ing history of President Ulysses S.Grant beginning at noon. TheBrown Bag Series is a monthly,hour-long program presented inpartnership by the SaratogaSprings Heritage Area VisitorCenter and the Saratoga SpringsPublic Library. This program is freeand open to the public. Tea andcoffee are provided. For informa-tion, contact Margaret E. McIntyreat (518) 587-3241.
Free Bipolar II Seminar Holiday Inn, 232 Broadway,Saratoga Springs “Bipolar II” is difficult to diagnose.Dr. Manuel Astruc, a local psychia-trist, is offering a free seminartitled, “Learn to Live Your Life withBipolar II” from 6.-8 p.m. forpatients and family members withBipolar II. Dr. Astruc will also offeradditional free monthly seminars.To reserve a seat, contactMelissa Lambert at (518)583-7410.
MonthlyInterfaith Prayer BreakfastMeeting Courtyard atLongfellowsRestaurant 500 UnionAve., Saratoga SpringsThe guest speaker willfocus on the positive impactof interfaith storytelling and the
program called “Children at theWell.” The meeting begins at 7:30a.m. and concludes no later than8:30 a.m. Sign-in and continentalbreakfast starts at 7:15 a.m. All arewelcome. No charge. For moreinformation, call (518) 587-9104.
Friday, May 11Annual Senior LuncheonSaratoga City Center, NorthBroadway, Saratoga SpringsDoors open at 11 a.m. and lunch isserved at noon. The even will havea “Hooray for Hollywood” themewith live music and door prizes.Menu includes chicken cordonbleu, wild rice, broccoli, rolls, andlemon meringue pie for dessert.Tickets are $4 each and can bepurchased at local area seniormeal sites or by calling the Officefor the Aging at (518) 884-4100.
UpcomingBaked Him DinnerTrinity United Methodist Church,Ballard Rd., WiltonOn May 12, from 3:30-6:30 p.m.enjoy mashed potatoes, vegeta-bles, applesauce, drinks, dessertsand more! Cost is by donation andtakeouts are available.
Free Electronic RecyclingEventSouth Glens Falls Senior High School(Front Entrance), 42 Merritt Rd.,South Glens FallsFriday, May 18, from 10a.m.-3 p.m.,Colt Recycling will collect variouselectronic devices and will provide,at no charge, secure data sanita-tion and destruction before recy-cling all of the components of theitems. Pre-Registration for thisevent is required. Visitwww.sgfallssd.org to register youritems. Registration is open untilMay 16.
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Saratoga Hospital FreeCommunity EducationPrograms andScreenings DuringMay
Bicycle ScreeningWilton Medical Arts, 3040
Route 50, Saratoga SpringsA program for beginner andexperienced cyclists interestedin optimizing their cyclingexperience. will take placeSaturday, May 12, from 9 a.m.-noon.
Men’s Health: Top Five Tipsfor Good Prostate HealthClifton Park-Halfmoon PublicLibrary, 475 Moe Rd., Clifton ParkTuesday, May 15, starting at 6p.m.,learn the five tips to achieve
optimal men’s health. The latestadvancements in prostatescreenings, the basics ontestosterone replacement, andconcerns of enlarged prostateand urinary incontinence willbe discussed.
Osteoporosis: How Strongare Your Bones?Saratoga Springs Public Library,49 Henry St., Saratoga SpringsWednesday, May 16, starting at6 p.m., learn about the signs,symptoms, and treatmentoptions for osteoporosis. Gain abetter understanding of thediagnosis and treatment of thiscondition, with a special focuson the role of safe exercise inbuilding bone density andreducing injury.
Women's Wellness ScreeningWilton Medical Arts, 3040 Route50, Saratoga Springs Saturday, May 19, from 9 a.m.-noon, receive a free screeningof your core strength and flexi-bility, guidelines for determin-ing your target heart rate, andadvice on stretches and corestrengthening exercises. Also,learn how physical therapy canhelp manage and treat types ofurinary incontinence.
Medicare: What You Should KnowSaratoga Hospital Board Room,211 Church St., Saratoga SpringsJoin an informational sessionon Medicare Parts A, B, C, D,and “Filling the Gaps”Wednesday, May 23, starting atnoon.
Registration is required for allprograms. To register, visitwww.saratogahospital.org orcall (518) 580-2450 or toll freeat 1-866-580-2450.
Local GigsWeek of 5/4-5/10: Send listings to
entertainment@saratogapublishing.com
Open Mics:•Sun. Open Mic, 7 pm
@ bailey’s - 583.6060
•Tue. w/Rick Bolton, 8 pm@ gaffney’s - 587.7359
•Wed. Open Mic, 8 pm@ putnam den - 584.8066
•Thur. Open Mic, 7 pm@ caffè lena - 583.0022
•Thur. Open Mic, 10 pm@ circus café - 583.1106
SARATOGA
TODAYWeek of May 4 - May 10, 201228 PULSE
Friday, 5.4:•Jonathan Lorentz Quart., 9 pm
@ 9 maple avenue - 587.7759
•Nick Macchia, 6 pm•The Radio Junkies, 9 pm
@ bailey’s - 583.6060
•Sugar Pill, 9 pm@ bentley’s - 899.4300
•Tony Trischka & Territory, 8 pm@ caffè lena - 583.0022
•New Shoes, 9 pm@ gaffney’s - 587.7359
•Marcus Ruggiero, 8:30 pm@ irish times - 583.0003
•Crisp Critters, 6 pm•Kings of Stupid Mountain, 10:30 pm
@ jp bruno’s - 745.1180
•Rusty Old Guys, 9 pm@ the mill - 899.5253
•Big Medicine , 9 pm@ the parting glass - 583.1916
•Just Nate, 6:30 pm@ primelive ultra lounge - 583.4563
•Behemoth Music Festival, 8 pm@ putnam den - 584.8066
•Spirit of Johnny Cash, 7 pm@ saratoga music hall - 683.0913
•Doc Scanlon Trio w/ Brian Patneaude, 7 pm
@ stockade inn - 346.3400
•The 8 Track Stars -Audiostars 70’s Review, 8 pm@ vapor - 581.5772
Saturday, 5.5:•Jon LeRoy Trio, 9 pm
@ 9 maple avenue - 587.7759
•Josh Kelly, 1 pm•Austin Barosi, 6 pm•Headband Jack, 9 pm
@ bailey’s - 583.6060
•Frankie’s Theory, 9 pm@ bentley’s - 899.4300
•Banjo Masters In-The-Round, 8 pm@ caffè lena - 583.0022
•Rick Bolton & the Dwyer Sisters, 9 pm@ gaffney’s - 587.7359
•GRAVITY, 9:30 pm@ irish times - 583.0003
•Static from Mass., 10:30 pm@ jp bruno’s - 745.1180
•Alex Torres & his LatinOrchestra, 9 pm
@ the mine - 871.1430
•Jeff Strange, 9 pm@ the parting glass - 583.1916
•George Giroux, 6:30 pm@ primelive ultra lounge - 583.4563
•Stone Revival Band, 9 pm@ putnam den - 584.8066
•Derby Day Party, 4 pm@ van dyck - 348.7999
•Kentucky Derby Day, 2 pm@ vapor - 581.5772
Sunday, 5.6:•Suzy Bogguss, 7 pm
@ caffè lena - 583.0022
•Annual Luau w/ The Shmooze@ gaffney’s - 587.7359
Thursday, 5.10:•Ubunto, 9 pm
@ gaffney’s - 587.7359
•Jeff Walton, 6 pm@ horseshoe inn - 587.4909
Gaffney’sSpring Luau!
SARATOGA SPRINGS - Jointhe Gaffney’s crew Sunday, May 6for their annual Spring Luau cele-bration. Starting at 2 p.m., enjoy livemusic by Schmooze, great drinkspecials and Gaffney’s fantasticSunday brunch menu.
SARATOGA
TODAY Week of May 4 - May 10, 2012 PULSE 29
by Daniel SchechtmanSaratoga TODAY
First Friday Art Walk Blossoms on Beekman Street
photo by Daniel Schechtman • Saratoga TODAYBeekman Street Arts District
SARATOGA SPRINGS - Friday
marks the start of spring for the
Beekman Street Arts District in
Saratoga Springs, which will host
the first First Friday Art Walk
event of the year May 4 from 6 -
8 p.m.
Dozens of merchants, store-
fronts and restaurants along
Beekman Street will open their
doors to the public for the Art
Walk, with the works of many
artists displayed along the side-
walks and inside several of the gal-
leries. Original paintings, drawings
and more will be featured through-
out the historic district, as well as
performance art pieces, live musi-
cal performances and many other
family-friendly activities.
“We’re looking to create a real
festival kind of atmosphere for
First Friday,” said Saratoga
County Supervisor Joanne Yepsen,
an active advocate for the arts dis-
trict. “We want this to be an event
that can entertain people from all
over the capital region.”
Many participating venues also
plan on offering light refreshments
to visiting patrons.
“I’m probably going to have
some food out, and I am making
some new pieces and different jew-
elry lines that I’ll be showing.”
said Nicole LaFayette, owner of
LaFayette Jewelry Designs. “I’m
looking forward to it,” she added.
Come support the First Friday
Art Walk this Friday, May 4, and
make sure to stop by on the first
Friday of every month during the
spring and summer season.
SARATOGA SPRINGS –
Bill T. Jones, one of the most
innovative and powerful chore-
ographers in the world of mod-
ern dance and the creative force
behind Broadway hits “Spring
Awakening” and “Fela!” will
share insights on dance from
Saratoga Performing Arts
Center’s Amphitheatre Stage
Thursday, June 7 at 7:30 p.m.
Following Jones’s talk, the Bill
T. Jones/Arnie Zane Dance
Company will perform a mixed
repertory program of avant-
garde and classic works, includ-
ing Jones’ signature piece, “D-
Man in the Waters,” never
before seen at SPAC. Tickets,
just $30, are available online at
www.spac.org.
“With extraordinary vision
and drive, Bill T. Jones has had
a profound impact on the arts
world. Using movement as a
medium, he has created a body
of work that is innovative to its
core and that challenges audi-
ences to explore the meaning
and messages behind what they
see on the stage,” said Marcia J.
White, SPAC’s president and
executive director.
“To help audiences make
these connections, Bill T. Jones
himself will take the stage
before the curtain rises to share
his perspective and insights on
these masterful works. This is a
wonderful opportunity to expe-
rience in person, one of the arts
world’s most passionate and
creative individuals,” said
White.
Representing contrasting
choreographic styles, the com-
pany’s program consists of:
• “D-Man in the Waters”
Bill T. Jones’ joyful tour de
force, a work reconstructed in
full for the first time since 1999.
The New York Dance and
Performance “Bessie” Award-
winning classic is a celebration
of life and the resiliency of the
human spirit that embodies loss,
hope and triumph.
• “Spent Days Out Yonder”
This work is a pure musical
exploration, rare in the Bill T.
Jones canon. Using Mozart’s
String Quartet No. 23 in F
Major as the inspiration, the
choreography follows Mr.
Jones’s elegant, weighted move-
ment vocabulary.
• “Continuous Replay” com-
pletes the program, offering “a
thorough primer in Jones/Zane
style” (The New York Times). A
seminal dance work initially cre-
ated in 1977 as a solo by Jones’
late partner Arnie Zane and
revised as a group piece by Bill
T. Jones in 1991, the work is
based on 45 shapes or gestures.
This work includes full nudity.
This will be the company’s
second performance at SPAC; in
2010, the venue presented Jones’
multi-media work, “Fondly Do
We Hope; Fervently Do We
Pray.” The company’s 2012 per-
formance takes place during a
three-week creative residency
and summer intensive workshop
for professional and pre-profes-
sional dancers hosted by
Skidmore College.
Tickets to the Bill T.
Jones/Arnie Zane Dance
Company performance are $30,
and available at www.spac.org.
ArtsFest Pass holders are enti-
tled to a $5 discount.
photo provided
Bill T. Jones
Dance Master Bill T. Jones to AddressAudience, Perform with Arnie Zane
Dance Company at SPAC
SARATOGA
TODAYWeek of May 4 - May 10, 201230 PULSE SARATOGA SPRINGS - The
Friends of the National Museum
of Dance is a volunteer group ded-
icated to helping the museum in
many different capacities.
Become a volunteer at the
National Museum of Dance and
make a difference at a local non-
profit organization starting today!
The museum is looking for ded-
icated volunteers to work in the
museum’s gift shop, and adminis-
trative offices; as group tour
guides; and to perform publicity
and outreach tasks. No experience
is necessary to join the Friends of
the National Museum of Dance.
Everyone is welcome.
In addition to seeking volun-
teers, the museum’s lead tour
guide will be training new and old
volunteers interested in leading
groups through the museum. This
training will take place Saturday,
May 5 at 10:30 a.m. Anyone inter-
ested in volunteering in any area
of the museum should feel free to
attend this training session. Even
if you don’t want to be a tour
guide, this session will provide
interested parties with a great
opportunity to learn more about
the museum’s current exhibits.
Those interested are invited to
stop by the museum’s offices, fill
out a volunteer form and receive a
free pass to explore the current
exhibits. Volunteers forms can
also be completed directly on the
museum’s website.
For more information, call
Susan Edwards at (518) 584-
2225, ext. 3009 or email
sue@dancemuseum.org.
National Museum of Dance Seeks Volunteers
photo provided
Volunteers pitch in at a National Museum of Dance event.
photo provided
Michael Weitzman stands by one of his photos in the “Joy ofPhotography” exhibit.
SARATOGA SPRINGS - The
Saratoga Springs Visitor’s
Center is displaying the works
of Clifton Park photographer,
Michael Weitzman, from May 1
- 27. The visitor’s center is
located at 297 Broadway in
Saratoga Springs.
Weitzman’s exhibit, “The Joy
of Photography,” features 28
images of animals, landscapes
and travel. He has, in addition
to the Capital District, exhibited
his work in the Raleigh, North
Carolina, area.
This exhibit is part of the “Art
in Public Places” exhibit, spon-
sored by the Saratoga Arts
Council.
Visitor center hours are
Monday – Saturday, 10 a.m. - 5
p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. -
3 p.m. Call (518) 587-3241 for
additional information.
Weitzman’s ‘The Joy of Photography’Exhibits at Saratoga Springs Visitor’s Center
Gear Up at Capital Region Guitar Show
SARATOGA SPRINGS -The Capital RegionGuitar Show returns tothe Saratoga SpringsKnights of ColumbusHall Friday, May 11 -Saturday, May 12,bringing dozens oflocal guitar and musicvendors togetherunder one roof.
Hundreds of new,used and antique gui-tars, basses, amps andother gear will beavailable for pur-chase, and many ven-dors will also considerpurchasing or tradingfor your old equipment.
Friday hours runfrom 5 - 9 p.m.,Saturday from 10 a.m. -4 p.m. Admission is $7per day, but a $2 dis-count is offered whenyou bring a guitar oramp to sell, trade or
simply show off. Thediscount is also offeredif you bring two cans offood to donate to thefood bank.
Call (518) 581-1603 formore information.
SARATOGA
TODAY Week of May 4 - May 10, 2012 PULSE 31
‘Counting Heads: The Office Party’ BringsInteractive Dinner Theater to Saratoga Springs ‘Carnival of the Animals’
by the Saratoga City Ballet
SARATOGA SPRINGS -
The Saratoga City Ballet is
gearing up for their perform-
ance of the “Carnival of
Animals,” a ballet based on
the musical works of
Camille Saint-Saens.
Choreographed by Saratoga
City Ballet alumna Christy
Williams, this colorful, fam-
ily-friendly performance
will warm up May 5 at noon
at the Saratoga Springs
Public Library for a dance
and story hour presentation
and demonstration.
The debut performance will be
held at the Skidmore College
Dance Theater May 11 at 7 p.m.,
with two additional performances
May 12 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.
To learn more or to inquire
about tickets, call (518) 587-
8760.
photo provided
The cast of “Counting Heads: The Office Party,” including Marlene Sauer,Barbara O’Sick, Kevin Williams, George Demes, Shelby Miller and ChrisTucker
SARATOGA SPRINGS - Get
ready for a night of laughter as
Corinth Theater Guild and the
Knights of Columbus present the
world premiere of “Counting Heads:
The Office Party.” If your office isn’t
having parties anymore - or you sim-
ply don’t have a job or an office to go
to - come and enjoy the riotous cast
of characters as they shoot for the
perfect office party.
Written and directed by Elinor
Stein with musical direction by
Chris Tucker, the quirky cast of 10
includes “Computer Sal,” head of the
technology department who knows
nothing about computers and needs
to go to sensitive training class;
young, beautiful and smart Jennifer
Rocket, assistant to the assistant who
really does all the work in the office;
local office manager, George, who
believes it is a costume party;
Amanda, the controlling and
demanding department head who
wants to be promoted to CEO, and
six other wacky office workers from
the large American company,
Counting Heads Inc.
Join the fun as their personalities
take over the party. This show cap-
tures the essence of every office party
you’ve ever been to, and all the
mishaps that can happen when work-
ers get together to celebrate.
Come to “Counting Heads” as a
member of the audience and be pre-
pared to leave as a member of the
office.
From the very beginning of the
play, when audience members
receive work ID badges, untill the
surprise ending, all are part of the
action and music. Help George cele-
brate his birthday by singing a spe-
cial song to him with the cast. Get
involved and take part in the play
happening around and with you.
Sign up to be on the entertainment
committee and have the opportunity
to be a part of the fun. Or, sit back
and experience the play as it unfolds.
If you like to eat, dance and enjoy
yourself, then this is the play for you.
Show dates are May 18 & 19 at 6:30
p.m. with a Sunday, May 20 matinee
at 1 p.m at the Saratoga Springs
Knights of Columbus. Tickets are
$25 and include a full dinner buffet,
dancing and an “office party.” To
reserve tickets, call (518) 893-7549,
(518) 654-9228 or email counting-
headstheofficeparty@yahoo.com.
SARATOGA
TODAYWeek of May 4 - May 10, 201232 Community Corner
The Saratoga Golf & Polo Club is
proud to announce that their general
manager, Ron P. Ireland, was recent-
ly recognized and honored with the
Bill Strausbaugh Award. The presen-
tation was made at the PGA of
Northeastern New York spring meet-
ing by NENY PGA president, Tom
Phillion.
The Bill Strausbaugh Award is
presented to a PGA professional who
has distinguished themselves
through service to their section or
association; leadership ability;
involvement in civic activities and
local charitable causes within their
community; and be recognized as
someone of outstanding character.
Mr. Ireland has been with the
Saratoga Golf & Polo Club for five
years serving as their General
Manager. Ron is a member of the Club Managers Association of America and a PGA professional. He also serves
on the board of the Saratoga Convention & Tourism Bureau and lives in Saratoga Springs with his wife, Sarah.
Ron Ireland Honored by the PGA
Congratulations!
Congratulations to Alec Darling on making his First Communion!
The Wesley
C o m m u n i t y
held its spring
event, Under
the Big Top,
Friday, April 20
on The Wesley
C o m m u n i t y
campus. Shown
in the true spirit
of the occasion
are, from left,
M a r g e
Eichhorn and
husband, John Eichhorn; Mark Bauer with wife, Cathy Bauer; and Sparkles
the clown.
Happy BirthdayDan!
To Dan, my best friend and hus-
band, hope you have a great birth-
day. Love Tiff & Gramps
Criminal Justice Students Volunteer Expertise for March of Dimes Walk A total of 21 criminal justice students from the Washington-Saratoga-
Warren-Hamilton-Essex BOCES’ F. Donald Myers Education Center vol-
unteered to provide crowd control, safety and direction to walkers at the
March of Dimes Walk for Babies on Sunday, April 29, in Saratoga
Springs.
Dave Foldi, the teacher for the criminal justice program, believes it’s
vital that his students learn to serve to their communities. Volunteering at
a variety of events promote such service, which is essential to the crimi-
nal justice field.
Wesley Community Sparkles
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There are many who seek to entertain by illustrating the darker elements ofhuman existence. Murder, intrigue, the macabre. One of the greatest, perhaps thegreatest, author to do so was Edgar Allen Poe. Most have been lucky enough to havenever experienced the horror they put on the page brought to life. In this latest JohnCusack film, Poe is not so lucky.
We first see Poe (played by Cusack) in the last days of his life. The event depictedhas been the subject of debate among historians, but for dramatic purposes, it’saccepted as fact and I take no issue with that. Days earlier, a woman and child arefound and have been murdered in a grisly manner. The murderer managed to fleethe scene despite the doors being locked when the police arrived and windows that
appeared to be nailed shut. An investigator, Detective Emmett Fields (played by Luke Evans), discovers how thekiller concealed his escape and recognizes that the inspiration for the trickery was a work of fiction produced byPoe. He is the prime suspect until another murder is committed while he is being questioned. It appears to beinspired by yet another work of Poe’s and so Fields (Evans) hopes that involving the man who used to be hisprime suspect might allow him to gain some advantage over the murderer who’s now claimed the lives of threeinnocent people. All the while, Poe is madly in love with the daughter of a respected military officer who cannotstand him. But when Emily (Poe’s love interest, played by Alice Eve) is in jeopardy, the Captain (Emily’s father,
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The Ravenplayed by Brendan Gleeson) and Poe put their differences aside and work together to save the one person they both love morethan anything.
Now, I believed this was Cusack’s first film since 2009’s “2012.” In fact, I’d forgotten about “Hot Tub Time Machine” whichfollowed that as did two others films I never even knew about. Also noteworthy is the fact that, of numerous works based onor otherwise connected to Poe and his publications, this is the third to be given the title “The Raven.” But even with all thatagainst it, this film is entertaining. No member of the cast should hold their breath waiting for an Oscar nomination. Neithershould anyone who was involved behind the scenes, but it’s an involving tale in an interesting setting with a well-acted cast andI liked it. (6.6/10) For comments and questions, contact me at movies@roohanrealty.com .
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Contenders Look to Break Triple Crown Drought
The eyes, they turn to
Louisville, Kentucky, for
the 138th running of the
Kentucky Derby presented by Yum!
Brands. Twenty horses will line up
for a chance at the $2 million purse
and one horse will have a chance to
bring to a halt the 34-year Triple
Crown drought.
Of the 20 horses set to run, five
stand out as the pre-eminent threats to
bring home the roses. One of the
strongest horses set to run Saturday is
Union Rags. He’s trained by Michael
Matz, who conditioned 2006 Derby
winner Barbaro, and ridden by Julien
Leparoux. Union Rags was the
impressive winner of this year’s
Grade II Fountain of Youth at
Gulfstream but faltered to finish third
after a bad trip in the Grade I Florida
Derby. Leparoux took some heat for
his ride in the Florida Derby and he
promptly went to Twitter and said,
“I’m going to stay off Twitter tonight,
BUT to all the ones that say that I
sucked, I will prove you wrong...”
Union Rags will be coming from
the middle of the pack and will likely
face traffic problems, and it will be up
to Leparoux to pilot the colt away
from harm.
“Well, you always try to go with a
plan in a race, you know, but to get a
plan, you got to see first the post posi-
tions for everybody,” Leparoux said
on an NTRA Teleconference. “But
you cannot try to get a plan. But usu-
ally in a race you have to ride your
horse as it comes because, you’ve got
Plan A, but usually you need a Plan B
and C.”
Last year’s juvenile champion
Hansen is among the strong and bal-
anced contingent of 3-year-old colts
into this year’s renewal of the Derby.
Hansen, the white son of Tapit, comes
off a disappointing loss in the Grade I
Toyota Blue Grass Stakes at
Keeneland, but that shouldn’t stop
him from being a major threat on the
lead right from the break.
The horse that beat Hansen in the
Blue Grass was Dullahan, a horse
trained by Kentucky-native Dale
Romans. A year ago, Roman trained a
colt named Shackleford to a gutsy
fourth-place effort in the Derby and
then went on to win the Preakness
two weeks later. Now Romans feels
he has a strong contender in Dullahan
for this year’s renewal.
“Dullahan has great acceleration,”
Romans said. “I mean he can go from
zero to 60 like a Ferrari. He has, to
me, what I think it takes to win at the
Kentucky Derby, that acceleration to
get yourself out of trouble and [out
of] tight holes like he did in the Blue
Grass.”
Dullahan came from 10 lengths
back to zip past a tiring Hansen under
the wire for jockey Kent
Desormeaux. Desormeaux won the
Derby most recently aboard Big
Brown in 2008, Fusaichi Pegasus in
2000 and Real Quiet in 1998. This
gives Jerry Crawford, manager of
Donegal Racing, peace of mind.
“He’s absolutely a Hall of Fame
rider; he gave us a Hall of Fame ride
last Saturday, there’s nobody I have
more confidence in during a big
race,” Crawford said. “And, you
know, he’s going to have to be good
to get everything out of Dullahan that
he has to offer.”
Bodemeister, a Bob Baffert-trained
colt, displayed the most visually
impressive race of the season with his
smashing gate-to-wire win in the
Grade I $1 million Arkansas Derby.
Breaking from the far outside in an
11-horse field, jockey Mike Smith
took Bodemeister to the front and
blew up down the stretch to win by
nine. The problem with a speedball
like Bodemeister will be the pace of
the 1 ¼ Derby.
“The main concern is the frac-
tions,” Smith said. “You certainly
don’t want to go too, too quick other-
wise it takes a toll on you toward the
end, but he’s just a very naturally
quick horse. We’ll be, you know,
looking forward to place. That’s just
the way it is. So my main concern is
to get him relaxed, get him in a
rhythm, and go from there.”
Hansen will join Bodemeister up
front, but the curious addition of
Trinneberg, winner of the Grade III
Bayshore at Aqueduct has never run
longer than seven furlongs. His pres-
ence muddies the situation up front.
“He’s a very good horse in his own
right,” Smith said of Trinneberg. “He
deserves his shot if they want to take
it, but, yes, I mean he is a quick horse,
as well. Again, we’ll just have to see
who draws where and, you know,
who gets away well, and we’ll go
from there. Like I said, my horse is
trained, or his natural speed is high
true-to-speed, and I’m certainly not
going to take it away from him.”
Bodemeister recently turned in a
dashing 59.60-second five-furlong
breeze Sunday morning at Churchill
Downs.
Gemologist rounds out the top con-
tenders. The son of Tiznow won the
Grade I $1 million Wood Memorial
with ease and promises to give
WinStar Farm a run at its second
Derby win in three years. Trainer
Todd Pletcher conditioned 2010
Derby winner Super Saver for
Brendan O’Meara
WinStar and Gemologist’s Wood vic-
tory puts him right up top.
CEO, president, and racing manag-
er of WinStar Farms, Elliot Walden, is
big on Gemologist, especially given
the comparisons the colt shares with
his sire Tiznow.
“He’s got some physical traits,”
Walden said. “Gemologist has
Tiznow’s size, has his stature, has that
long shoulder that Tiznow has, got the
developmenter’s gaskin that Tiznow
has and the power that comes from
behind. The other thing that strikes
me about Gemologist in reference to
Tiznow is his attitude. Tiznow is a
very, very intelligent horse. He’s
extremely smart in the Stallion Barn.
He’s a horse that has a real character,
real definition to his psyche, and
Gemologist is just as easygoing and
smart. When you look into
Gemologist’s eye, you see something
that looks back at you and that’s the
only way I know to describe it. And
that does remind me of his daddy.”
Post time for the Kentucky Derby
is set for Saturday at 6:24 p.m.
Brendan O’Meara can be followed on Twitter@BrendanOMeara. (http://twitter.com/BrendanOMeara)
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Upcoming Games:The Varsity Sports Round-up
Saratoga Springs Boys’ Varsity LacrosseMay 7 - @ Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake, 4:15 p.m.
May 9 - vs. Shenendehowa, 4:15 p.m.
May 15 - vs. Niskayuna, 4:15 p.m.
May 17 - @ Ballston Spa, 4:15 p.m.
Saratoga Springs Girls’ Varsity LacrosseMay 7 - vs. Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake, 4:15 p.m.
May 9 - vs. Shenendehowa, 7:30 p.m.
Schuylerville Boys’ Varsity LacrosseMay 7 - @ Cambridge Central, 4:30 p.m.
May 9 - vs. Greenwich Central, 7 p.m.
May 11 - vs. Voorheesville Central, 7 p.m.
May 17 - vs. Troy High, 5 p.m.
Schuylerville Girls’ Varsity Lacrosse
May 7 - vs. Greenwich Central, 4:15 p.m.
May 9 - @ South Glens Falls, 7 p.m.
May 11 - vs. Academy of Holy Names, 4:15 p.m.
May 16 - @ Emma Willard, 4:15 p.m.
Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake Girls’ Varsity Lacrosse
Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake Boys’ Varsity LacrosseMay 7 - vs. Saratoga Springs, 4:15 p.m.
May 9 - @ Colonie, 4:15 p.m.
May 11 - @ Niskayuna, 7 p.m.
May 15 - vs. Ballston Spa, 7:30 p.m.
May 17 - @ Shenendehowa, 7:30 p.m.
May 7 - @ Saratoga Springs, 4:15 p.m.
May 9 - vs. Shaker, 7:30 p.m.
May 15 - vs. Shenendehowa, 4:15 p.m.
Ballston Spa Boys’ Varsity Lacrosse
Ballston Spa Girls’ Varsity Lacrosse
May 7 - vs. Shaker, 4:15 p.m.May 9 - @ Niskayuna, 7:30 p.m.May 11 - vs. Shenendehowa, 4:15 p.m.May 15 - @ Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake, 7:30 p.m.
May 7 - @ Shaker, 7:30 p.m.May 9 - vs. Niskayuna, 4:15 p.m.May 10 - vs. Schenectady, 7 p.m.
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TODAY Week of May 4 - May 10, 2012 SPORTS 37
Being a head coach at the high
school level isn't a one person job
any longer. There are too many
things that can happen to a single
person coaching in this day and age.
I have experienced both ends of this
scenario, both with and without an
assistant! For years I was a loner as
the head scholastic basketball coach
and there were many times I needed
the aid and advice of an assistant but
did not have that luxury.
I would like to justify the necessi-
ty and importance of having more
than one coach on the bench and in
practice, at any level or age group in
all sports. During my early years of
coaching boys' varsity basketball, I
had situations where I was all alone
in whatever decision I had to make.
One of the most difficult choices a
coach has to make is the cutting
players from the team. There will be
outside pressures to pick this kid
over that kid, like parental involve-
ment. Sometimes, behind the
scenes, parents contact the director
of athletics, the school superintend-
ent or even the principal questioning
the logic and method of selection.
Examples of the issues that could be
brought up about a coach: "How
come this kid made the team over
my son or daughter,” or "This per-
son is too young and inexperienced
to be a head coach to be making
these important decisions," or
"What does he know about the
game?"
Statements like these are mainly
made by disgruntled parents whose
child didn't make the team or a par-
ent that was irate over their kid's
playing time. In those years, I had a
good grasp on fundamentals and
team strategies, in addition to many
other aspects of the game. Coaching
isn't all about knowing the sport,
because other situations can become
issues. Circumstances can arise with
teenagers dealing with outside peer
pressure, the use of alcohol and
drugs, involvement in crime, cutting
school, dealing with disrespectful
parents, academic shortcomings,
kids lacking self-control, family and
domestic issues, and many more dif-
ferent situations. In my 38 years of
coaching, some of these events have
occurred and were dealt with as the
only coach. During and after a game
there is always a possibility that an
irate parent might yell from the
bleachers or even come out of the
stands, yelling about his or her child
not getting enough playing time.
Being alone as a coach is like being
shipwrecked on a desert island, espe-
cially in this day and age where the
individual can be liable for any
unpleasant accusation that might
come from parents or
players.
In desperation, a distorted circum-
stance or unjustly made statement
about the character or integrity of the
coach can only be defended by him-
self. There are many stories about the
accusations of abuse or sexual
harassment against a teacher or
coach. When serving by oneself, it
makes the burden of proof even hard-
er to carry for that coach or teacher.
The public and media can be quick to
judge when it involves children.
In this era of education there are
ever-deepening aspects of mistrust of
who is getting the job done and
whether it’s getting done right.
Every time you hear something about
education on television or read in the
newspapers about stories that relate
to the failing schools across the coun-
try, the blame comes on the teachers
and their unions. The word "account-
able" seems to be more useful to
judge teachers than anyone else these
days, and they should be, but so
should others in such important fields
and government. In many states and
on the national scene there are tests
being developed to see how qualified
people are who are in the business to
educate America's youth. Maybe this
isn’t such a new idea about teaching
but perhaps it might become a new
trend in education across America:
that two heads are better than one!
The time has come to help the
overwhelmed teachers in the large
urban schools with a qualified assis-
tant. That just makes good sense,
especially in the method and manag-
ing these failing public schools. This
nation needs to put more of a com-
mitment into the investment of edu-
cation and not cut programs but add
programs that will be advantageous
to the students and community. Let
me go even further, put more dollars
into the classroom with a real empha-
sis on team teaching and not by com-
bining classes, where the student-to-
teacher ratio remains the same!
Idealistic or realistic - I believe it can
work! One of our biggest invest-
ments in the United States needs to
be in educating our youth and find-
ing a fit for all students! No cuts in
education, like some politicians in
Washington want to do because
public education is our logical solu-
tion to the future growth and chil-
dren are an investment we need to
make.
You might be asking yourself
what does this have to do with
coaching a sport and the subject of
assistant coaches? I feel that coach-
ing is no longer a one man or
woman job because there are too
many risks and situations that can
confront the individual coach. In
most cases it isn't always about the
Xs and Os because there is a lot of
information to be found on the inter-
net about the strategies of athletics.
Like team teaching, its beneficial to
be able to collaborate with a cohort,
such as an assistant coach, about
strategies, team structure and align-
ment, player control and discipline
and then to help resolve possible
discourse from problems with play-
ers and/or parents. The coach is a
teacher who is an individual limited
by time with each student/player and
the wear on that coach/teacher, who
is trying to deal with the human
aspect of the student-athlete and
what baggage they're carrying! A
situation that can become a taxing
experience, especially if that educa-
tor/coach is all alone! It can be over-
whelming! This is why I'm an advo-
cate that each team should have two
coaches! Secretary of State, and for-
mer First Lady, Hillary Clinton,
once said: "It takes a village!”
Two Heads are Always Better Than One
Raw World Tour Brings WWEBack to Glens Falls Civic Center
GLENS FALLS – If you’re a fan of professional wrestling, you may
want to check out WWE RAW Live at the Glens Falls Civic Center start-
ing at 7:30 p.m. May 11. This will be the first time WWE has brought a live
event to Glens Falls in over three years. Tickets are still available and prices
start at $15. All of the biggest stars will be in action, as reigning WWE
champion CM Punk will defend his title against Dolph Ziggler in a best
two-out-of-three-falls match. Also, catch John Cena taking on Mike “The
Miz” Mizanin in a rematch from the main event of Wrestlemania 27, in a
special challenge match. Also scheduled to appear are the current WWE
Tag Team champions Kofi Kingston and Ron “The Truth” Killings, United
States champion Santino Marella, and the Internet sensation “Long Island
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ter.com or call their box office at 1-855-432-2849.
Three members of Skidmore Men’s Lacrosse Honored as All-Liberty League Team Selections
SARATOGA SPRINGS -
Skidmore College senior Ryan
Paradis and junior Mike Perlow were
selected to the Liberty League men’s
lacrosse first team, while senior Brian
Milazzo earned second team honors.
Paradis was selected as a short
stick specialist after a dominating
year at faceoff for the
Thoroughbreds. He won 60.8 per-
cent of the faceoffs this season and
led the league with 125 ground balls,
shattering the program record for
ground balls in a career. He also
added nine goals and three assists for
12 points.
Perlow led the team in scoring with
36 goals and 10 assists for 46 points.
He accounted for 46 of the team’s
135 goals while also leading the team
with six man-up goals.
Milazzo started all 15 games on
defense. He picked up 29 ground
balls, while causing 12 turnovers to
go along with two goals. Skidmore
ended the 2012 season with a 5-10
overall record.
In other Skidmore athletics news,
Skidmore tennis sophomore Danny
Knight and freshman Alec Hoblitzell
swept the Liberty League weekly
awards this week after their perform-
ances at the league championship this
past week.
The 22nd-ranked Thoroughbreds
cruised to their second-straight
league title and look to earn a berth
in their fifth-straight NCAA
Tournament.
Knight was named Performer of
the Week after earning five of the
Thoroughbreds’ 15 team points at
the Liberty League championship.
Knight teamed with Oliver
Loutsenko to earn doubles wins at
number-two doubles against Bard,
Rensselaer and Vassar. Knight also
cruised to wins against number-five
singles against Rensselaer (6-0, 6-
0) and Vassar (6-2, 6-1), dropping a
total of three games in the two
matches. Knight was also leading in
his match at third singles against
Bard before Skidmore clinched the
win.
Hoblitzell earned Rookie of the
Week honors as he teamed with
sophomore Jimmy Sherpa to record
three victories at first doubles in the
Liberty League championship.
Hoblitzell and Sherpa defeated
Bard (8-0), RPI (8-5) and Vassar (8-
6). In the match against Vassar, the
Skidmore duo trailed 4-3 before
winning five of the next seven
games to win the match against
Andrew Guzick and Ben Guzick,
the sixth-ranked doubles team in
Division III. Hoblitzell also led in
all three singles matches that were
stopped when the Thoroughbreds
clinched the match.
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MONTREAL - Athletes from
the Jason Morris Judo Center
(JMJC) in Glenville performed
well over the weekend at the
38th Pan-Am Judo
Championships April 27-28,
2012, in McConnell Arena at
McGill University. Burnt Hills-
Ballston High School graduate
Kyle Vashkulat started off the
first day in a big way, beating
Jose Boisard from the
Dominican Republic in an over-
time thriller. This was the first
time Vashkulat has defeated the
experienced Dominican fighter,
having lost their previous two
matchups. Vashkulat then lost a
tight battle to longtime Pan-Am
rival Cristian Schmidt of
Argentina in the semifinal, drop-
ping him down into the bronze
medal bout against Italo
Cordova from Chile. Vashkulat
was in control early in the bout
and looked poised to claim his
third straight 100-kilogram Pan
Am bronze medal. Cordova then
suddenly countered Kyle's attack
and scored ippon (instant win)
forcing Vashkulat to settle for
fifth place. The fifth-place finish
proved to be just enough for
Vashkulat to qualify for the 2012
Summer Olympic Games in
London. This will be Vashkulat's
first trip to the Olympics and the
JMJC's third Olympian in its 11-
year history. At 21, Vashkulat is
the youngest 100-kilogram
American judoka ever to qualify
for the Olympic Games and will
be the youngest member of this
year’s U.S. team.
On day two, Brad Bolen need-
ed to win silver or better to climb
the world rankings list enough to
qualify for his first Olympic
team. Bolen’s task became even
tougher when the draw came out
and he learned he
had to face his
North American
rival and eventual
silver medalist,
Canadian Sasha
Mehmedivic, who
has defeated Bolen
in all three of their
previous meetings.
The Canadian
never came close to
offensively scoring
on Bolen, but
played a smart
hustle game. He
would get the
American to
receive four stalling penalties by
the four-minute mark, giving
him the victory and dashing
Bolen’s Olympic hopes. Bolen
remarkably brushed off the dis-
appointment of not making the
Olympics and won three straight
matches to capture the 66-kilo-
gram bronze medal. Bolen
capped his run off with a devas-
tating submission in the bronze
medal bout, catching Carlos
Figueroa of Spain with the
"Bolen" choke in the first 20 sec-
onds making Figueroa pass out
before waking up seconds later
and realizing he had lost. Bolen
just missed the Olympic cut hav-
ing earned 258 points and a
number-24 ranking as the num-
ber-22 ranked fighter had 288.
Bolen added this to the 66-kilo-
gram national title he captured
last week in Irving, TX.
Burnt Hills-Ballston high
graduate Nick Delpopolo picked
up his second straight 73-kilo-
gram Pan-Am bronze medal
going 3-1 on the day, losing only
in the semifinals to the eventual
champ, Ronald Gironea of Cuba.
Delpopolo ended his day in
style, slamming Fausto Bivieca
of the Dominican Republic dur-
ing the bronze medal match with
a spectacular uchimata (inner leg
throw) that brought the capacity
crowd to their feet. This result
bumps Delpopolo's world rank-
ing up to 13, which directly qual-
ifies him for the Olympics. Under
normal circumstances, Delpopolo
would be the U.S. representative
in 73-kilogram division for the
Olympics, but another American
is ranked 22nd, Mike Eldred, so
USA Judo will hold a fight off
between the two May 12 in
Miami to determine the 73-kilo-
gram entrant. USA Judo is dub-
bing this event as the "Hour of
Power.” Delpopolo would win be
given the number-one seed and
will need to only need win the
first bout to qualify. If Eldred
wins the first match then there
will be a two out of three fight-
off. The Miami world cup and the
U.S. Open will be held in Miami
at the same time, so all of the
JMJC athletes will be in Miami to
root for their teammate,
Delpopolo.
Kyle Vashkulat Qualifies for the2012 London Olympic Games
Kyle Vashkulat (in white) during the 100-kgsemifinal match against Cristian Schmidt
Spa Catholic’s BeerTosses No-Hitter
SARATOGA SPRINGS –
Saratoga Central Catholic’s boys’
varsity baseball team was firing on all
cylinders during their April 30
matchup with Canajoharie, defeating
the visiting Cougars by a score of 18-
0. Spa Catholic’s sophomore starting
pitcher Eric Beer threw a complete
game no-hitter, striking out seven and
walking only three batters with only
72 pitches. It’s the first no-hitter for
the Saints since Billy McDonough
threw a perfect game against Sharon
Springs last season.
The bats also came alive for the
Saints, with junior Jesse Winters
going 3-for-4 with a double and three
RBI, and senior Andrew Hadeka
drove in three runs of his own. The
Saints scored 18 runs on only 10 hits.
Spa Catholic hitters showed great dis-
cipline at the plate as they took
advantage of the eight walks issued
by Canajoharie pitching, along with
three players reaching base after
being hit by a pitch. It was an impres-
sive offensive showing, even if their
pitcher had things well under con-
trol.
The Saints also picked up a victo-
ry two days before Beer’s no-hitter,
squeaking out a much closer 10-9
victory over Chatham April 28.
Sean Hart, Tyler Gereau and
Cameron Hendrix all drove in two
runs apiece. The Saints came into
the seventh inning trailing 9-8
before adding their final two runs
for the walk-off win.
Next up for Spa Catholic are two
away contests, the first being against
Duanesburg May 7 before a May 9
trip to Northville. Both games
begin at 4:30 p.m.
by Andrew MarshallSaratoga TODAY
Saratoga-Wilton Soccer Club Hosting Youth Soccer Academy
The Saratoga Wilton Soccer
Club is pleased to offer a Soccer
Development Center in conjunc-
tion with First Touch Soccer USA
at Gavin Park. The program is
open to both boys and girls ages 5-
12. The club meets every
Thursday night from May 10 to
June 14.
The Development Center focus-
es on the technical skill develop-
ment of each player by utilizing
drills and exercises that will help
each player build a quality first
touch, close control, ball mastery,
speed, and soccer awareness in a
professional training environment.
The Development Center has creat-
ed a progressive systematic
approach to player development by
utilizing the most effective youth
training techniques, many of which
are used by pro clubs throughout the
world. The program will be run by
Matt Jones, the men’s soccer coach
at the College of Saint Rose, and
Stephen Hogan, who played profes-
sionally for six English Soccer
Clubs and SWSC club coaches.
Parents should register in
advance, and information on how to
register is available online at the
Saratoga Wilton Soccer Club’s web-
page, www.swsc.net.
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TODAY Week of May 4 - May 10, 2012 SPORTS 39
by Gene MazzilliSaratoga TODAY
The 15th Saratoga Rowing Invitational Draws to a Close
SARATOGA SPRINGS – The
Saratoga Rowing Association
won 10 different flights April
29 as six boats finished second
and three more finished in third
by the conclusion of the 15th
annual Saratoga Rowing
Invitational. The boys’ varsity
four-man crew captured the
2,000-meter, posting a time of
7:18:30. In all, over 390 differ-
ent racing crews took to the
water of the Fish Creek Marina
during the sun-soaked weekend
to test their mettle against some
of the most elite teams in the
northeast.
High winds initially caused
some concern over whether all of
the Friday schedule would get
completed, and eventually did
cancel novice and modified races
on Saturday afternoon.
The Saratoga Rowing
Association is just getting start-
ed now that the warmer weather
seems to be rolling in to stay for
the season. The Section II cham-
pionship regatta is being hosted
by Niskayuna Rowing and
gets started May 5, and the
New York State championship
regatta begins May 12 at Fish
Creek Marina. The winner of
the state championship will
also automatically qualify for
the Scholastic Rowing
Association of America cham-
pionship regatta beginning
May 25 in New Jersey.
Annual regatta event a success during a blustery though sun-drenched weekend on the water.
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May 10, 2012sports
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