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Foal Patrol 3: Magical World Delivers a Colt by Gun Runner at Three Chimneys Farm

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CHARLOTTE, VT/SARATOGA SPRINGS — Magical World, a 9-year-old mare owned by Three Chimneys Farm, delivered a colt by stallion Gun Runner at 2:20 a.m. on Feb. 25 at Three Chimneys as part of the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame’s Foal Patrol Season 3. This is the first foal of the season delivered on Foal Patrol. Both the mare and foal are healthy and doing well.

Magical World, a daughter of Distorted Humor who has already sired Grade 1 winner Guarana and listed winner Magical Dance, delivered her Gun Runner colt 11 days after her expected foaling date of Feb. 14. There are six mares participating in Foal Patrol Season 3. Both New Money Honey (in foal to War Front at Indian Creek Farm) and Hall of Fame member Ashado (in foal to Frosted at Godolphin’s Gainsborough) are due any time. The other mares this season include Vaulcluse (in foal to War Front at Gainesway Farm), Alpine Sky (in foal to More Than Ready at Old Tavern Farm), and Emotional Kitten (in foal to Dialed In at Denali Stud). Gun Runner, the 2017 Horse of the Year, is also a participant this season.

Foal Patrol is a one-of-a-kind interactive web project. Season 3 features a collection of live cameras where people can view real-time streams of several mares and their foals and the stallion Frosted. The live camera feeds will be available according to each horse’s daily schedule, set by the farm. For more information, please visit www.foalpatrol.com.

For more information about the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame, including special events and program offerings, please call 518-584-0400 or visit www.racingmuseum.org.

Gail Purdy Brophy

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SARATOGA SPRINGS — Gail Purdy Brophy, 77, loving mother and grandmother, devoted wife, outstanding athlete, persistent successful businesswoman, inspiring person and great friend to all, passed away peacefully at Saratoga Hospital on Sunday, February 23, 2020, after eight years living and thriving with pulmonary fibrosis.

 Born on July 31, 1942 in Glens Falls, she was the daughter of the late George and Elizabeth Purdy, and sister to the late Anne Bliss. She was married to James “Bud” Brophy for 28 years, until he passed away at age 79 in 1998. She is survived by her two daughters, Mary Brophy Magnus and Kristen (Brandan) Greczkowski. Five grandchildren, Sydney and Zayda Greczkowski, Evan, Kayla and Emily Magnus. Three nieces, Linda (Adrian) Stone, Laura (Dave) Borst, and Debra Apple, as well as a plethora of people that Mom considered her “family.”

Gail was the owner of Purdy’s Discount Wine and Liquor – a Saratoga Springs fixture. Her father, George Purdy, opened the business in 1960 and in 1963, he became ill. Gail left college and put her sports on hold, as she took the reins of the business. She ran the family business until she was hospitalized two weeks ago. 

She was known as an area golf legend. She played in the U.S. Women’s Open in 1960 and 1961, making the cut both times. Back then, only 40 players made the cut for the final 36 holes. She was the New York State Women’s Amateur champion in 1961, the youngest at the time to ever win that championship. She won the state women’s amateur again in 1963. She left the competitive scene of golf at this time to run the family business and raise her two children. In 2006, she roared back on the golf scene. She won the New York State Super Senior State Championship in 2007 and 2008 and was runner up in 2009, 2012, and 2013. Gail was a member of the Glens Falls Country Club when she was young. She has been a long-time member of Saratoga National Golf Club, and Ballston Spa Country Club since 2015. She enjoyed the game of golf and contributed technical advice to all that were lucky enough to play with her. 

She loved speedskating. She won more than 100 titles in the northeast when she was young, including winning several Eastern States Championships, New England Championships, Eastern Seaboard Championships, New York State Championships, and the Lake George International Silver Skates. She won seven National or North American divisional championships. At age 16, she competed in the first U.S. Olympic Trials for speed skating women in 1959, missing the Olympic team by one spot. Less than twenty-five women from ten nations competed in speedskating at these Olympic Games in Squaw Valley. She competed in the U.S. Olympic Trials for the 1964 Olympic Games, just missing the team once again. One of her greatest moments was winning the 1965 North American Indoor Short Track Championships. She was running the family business, taking care of her father, with limited time devoted to skating, and she beat Olympian Janice Smith, and another future Olympian. During the same season, she was crowned champion at the Diamond Trophy Indoor in Lake Placid over Olympic medalist Jeanne Ashworth. Gail was truly fierce, fast and fearless. 

Gail enjoyed being with her family and friends, in countless gatherings at her home in Saratoga Springs. She had a heart of gold and without question, she would help people. She was a great supporter to women’s and junior golf. She has been a member of Saratoga Winter Club speedskating since she was a teenager. She is honored at the Weibel Ave Ice Rink as a contributor to the sport of speed skating and has been a fixture at the ice rink for a long time, known to many as Momma Broph or Gramma Gail. 

Memorial donations may be made to help support the Saratoga Winter Club. Checks payable to Saratoga Winter Club or SWC, with “Gail Memorial” in memo line. Mail to: SWC, 69 King Rd. Saratoga Springs, NY 12866, or go to saratogawinterclub.com for more info. 

Relatives and friends are invited to call from 4-7 p.m. on Sunday, March 1, 2020 at William J. Burke & Sons Funeral Home, 628 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs 518-584-5373.

A funeral service will be celebrated the following day, Monday, March 2, 2020 at 11 a.m. at the funeral home and burial will follow at St. Peter’s Cemetery, West Avenue. 

Online remembrances may be made at burkefuneralhome.com.

February 21 – February 27, 2020

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Friday, February 21

Pork Roast Dinner 
South Glens Falls United Methodist Church, 5 Maplewood Parkway, S. Glens Falls | 4:30 – 6 p.m.
Pork roast & potatoes, veggie, soup and homemade desserts. Adults $10, children age 5 -12, $5. Takeout and deliver 518-793-1152.

Fish Fry Friday
Fish Creek Rod and Gun Club, Route 32 South of the Village of Victory | 4:30 – 7 p.m.
All are welcome, members and non-members. Menu: fish fry, chicken fry, clam fry, popcorn shrimp fry, buffalo shrimp, chowder, ask about extras and beverages. You are welcome to eat in at the club house or call ahead for take-out. 518-695-3917. Every Friday through April 10.

Malcolm X: Conversion and Conversation
Ballston Spa Public Library, Community Room, 21 Milton Ave., Ballston Spa | 6:30 p.m.
Friends of the Ballston Spa Public Library welcome Skidmore professor Winston Grady-Willis and his lecture on Malcolm X: Conversion and Conversation an invitation to explore both the religious and secular evolution of this iconic human rights activist on the 55th anniversary of his assassination. Free and open to the public. For more information call 518-885-5022 or visit bspl.sals.edu.

Saturday, February 22

Oral History Workshop 
Brookside Museum, 6 Charlton St., Ballston Spa | 1 – 3 p.m. 
Rutgers University Oral History Team will present the program.  Topics will include identification of prospective interviewees, interview preparation, as well as information on posting interviews online. For more information visit saratogacountyhistoryroundtable.com or contact Jim Richmond at SaratogaCoHistoryRoundtable@gmail.com

Charles Johnson Post: A Soldier’s Life in Art
New York State Military Museum, 61 Lake Ave., Saratoga Springs | 2 p.m.
Local author and historian William Howard discusses the career of Charles Johnson Post, a journalist, artist, adventurer, and soldier with the 71st New York during the Spanish-American War whose paintings are currently on display at the museum.

Mardi Gras Celebration 
Brookhaven Golf Course, 333 Alpine Meadows Rd., Greenfield | 5 – 9 p.m.
Greenfield Lions Club in holding a Mardi Gras Celebration with cajun food, music, raffles, silent auction. $25 per person. Reservations appreciated. Call Rick Schwartzbeck 518-893-7074.

Contradance
Southern Saratoga County YMCA, 1 Wall St., Clifton Park |  7 – 10 p.m. 
Dances will be taught and called by Melanie Axel-Lute. Easy to learn. Beginners welcome. No partner needed. Lesson starts at 6:40 p.m.; dance begins at 7 p.m. Price: $11 ($10 for seniors and DFO members, $9 for YMCA members, $8 for students with ID, $7 for dancers under age 14.) For weather cancellations, check danceflurry.org

Sunday, February 23

Breakfast Buffet
Sons’ of ITAM Post #35, 247 Grand Ave., Saratoga Springs | 8 – 11 a.m.
Eggs, toast, pancakes, French toast, home fries, hash, breakfast sausage, bacon, sausage gravy and biscuits, coffee, juice, pastries, fruit cocktail. Cost is $8 for adults, $7 for seniors, children under 5 are free, $10 for carry out.

Elks Ladies Auxiliary Indoor Craft and Garage Sale
Saratoga-Wilton Elks, 1 Elks Lane, Rt. 9, Saratoga Springs | 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Admission is free, over 40 vendors; great parking, bargains galore and lunch. We offer household items, hand-made items, clothing, jewelry, party vendors, pet supplies and more. Snow or rain, the sales go on. All proceeds go to local charities.

Monday, February 24

Lenten Study Series
Charlton Freehold Presbyterian Church 768 Charlton Rd., Charlton | 10 a.m. – Noon
A Lenten Study Series: “Beloved Communities” using the book “Becoming a Beloved Community.” The cost is $8 per person. This includes cost of the booklet and cost of materials for a project that groups will complete. If you wish to participate, please email office@charltonfreehold.org. Series will also take place on Wednesdays from 7 – 9 p.m. through April 8.

Tuesday, February 25

Dining with Diabetes
St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 1 Grove St., Schuylerville | 10 a.m. – Noon
An educational program for people with diabetes or prediabetes and their family members is being offered by Cornell Cooperative Extension. Pre-registration is required. This free program is sponsored by the Schuylerville Lions Club. Participants will learn how to fit carbohydrates into a healthy menu, effectively use food labels, choose meals at a restaurant and adopt other healthy habits to help manage diabetes through healthy eating. Recipe demonstration and samples provided. For program details or to register call Diane Whitten at Cornell Cooperative Extension, 518-885-8995.

Office of the Aging: Mardi Gras Special
Various locations Saratoga County | Noon
Menu: Bourbon Chicken, Rice, Bacon Green Beans, and Spice Cake with Frosting. Age 60 and over.  Reservation required (at least by noon the day before).  No food/drinks can be taken to go.  Suggested contribution is $2 per meal for those over age 60 and a $6 fee for guests under 60, payable at the meal site. For more information, to register and meal sites call 518-884-4996. For home delivered meals call 518-363-4020.

The Things our Fathers Saw: D-Day and Beyond – The War in France 
Summit at Saratoga Senior Living Community, 1 Perry Rd., Saratoga Springs | 2 p.m.
Local author Matthew Rozell will discuss his newest book, The Things our Fathers Saw: D-Day and Beyond- The War in France. Light refreshments provided. Books will be available for sale. Please RSVP at Concierge@SummitSeniorLife.com or call 518-430-2136.

Science on Tap
The Parting Glass, 40-42 Lake Ave., Saratoga Springs | 6:30 p.m.
Anne Ernst from the Environmental Studies and Sciences Program at Skidmore College, will present “Plastic Fantastic? A look at a growing environmental problem.” Sponsored by Sustainable Saratoga. Admission is free and all ages are welcome. Come early to get settled so the talk can start promptly at 6:30 p.m. For more information, visit www.sustainablesaratoga.org/science-on-tap

Wednesday, February 26 

2020 Winter Storytellers Series 
SUNY Empire State College, 2 Union Ave., Room 126, Saratoga Springs | Noon – 1 p.m.
This week features storytellers Margaret French with Christie Keegan with “Just Sayin.” Free and open to the public. For more information, call the Academy at 518-587-2100, ext. 2415. www.esc.edu/all

Fish Dinner
Saratoga-Wilton Elks, 1 Elks Lane, Rt. 9, Saratoga Springs | 4:30 – 6:30 p.m.
New England clam chowder, your choice of broiled or fried fish, roasted potatoes, baked macaroni and cheese, vegetable, coleslaw, rolls and butter, dessert, coffee and tea. Donation Requested:  $12 adults, $11. Seniors (62 years) and Military (active or retired with ID card), $8 Children 5-12.    Children under 5 free. $12 All take-outs. Cash bar available. Call 518-584-2585 for more information. Next sale dates are March 22, and April 26. An 8’ foot table and chairs are just $15; call Linda at 518-289-5470 for information or to sign up for a table(s).

The High Arctic: Birds, Polar Bears & More
Crandall Library, 251 Glen St., Glens Falls | 7 p.m.
John Schneider will present “The High Arctic: Birds, Polar Bears and More!”  Sponsored by the Southern Adirondack Audubon Society. Free and open to the public.

Acoustic Blues Open Mic & Jam 
Café Lena, 33 Phila Street, Saratoga Springs | Sign ups 7 p.m. | Show 7:30 p.m.
All levels of playing are welcome. Thomasina Winslow has played all over the world and United States. Admission is $5.   

Thursday, February 27

“A” Team Line Dance Lessons 
Wilton Fire Department, 270 Ballard Rd., Wilton | 7 – 9 p.m.
Enjoy line dance lessons for all levels. Every Thursday night, $7 weekly, directing supporting the fire department and their efforts in our community.

Upcoming Meetings

Tuesday, February 25

After the Fire’s Monthly Meeting 
Eagle Matt Lee Firehouse, Washington St., Ballston Spa | 7 p.m.
After the Fire is a non-profit organization that helps Saratoga County Residents who have suffered a loss due to fire. Anyone interested in learning more or becoming a member are welcome to attend. visit on Facebook at www.afterthefire.org, or leave a message on voicemail at 518-435-4571.

2.21.20 – 2.27.20

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AARP/TaxAide Services
The AARP TaxAide program will begin providing free tax preparation services for low-and-moderate income residents in Saratoga, Washington and Warren Counties.  The TaxAide program is sponsored by the AARP Foundation in cooperation with the IRS. TaxAide preparers are trained in federal and state tax regulations and are certified by the IRS. Free tax preparation services will be available through April 15.  To find the location nearest you, go to www.aarp.org/findtaxhelp or call 1-888-227-7669 for assistance. 

Art Exhibit
Members’ Hall Show “Barbara Garro in Abstract” at Saratoga Arts, located at 320 Broadway in Saratoga Springs, for the month of February 2020. 

Long Term Planning for Horse Lovers 
Do you have horses who depend on you? Do you have concerns about what will happen to them when you are no longer able to care for them? Would you like to learn more about how to prepare for their care? Let us help you make proper plans. Join us for an informational “lunch and learn” discussion of legal and financial strategies for planning for your horses care within your financial and estate planning on February 27 at 125 High Rock Ave. Saratoga Springs, from 1 – 2 p.m. Cost is $10 (includes lunch and donation to the Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation). For more information and to register, visit www.trfinc.org/horse-planning. 

25 Cent Paperback Book Sale 
The Friends of the Saratoga Springs Public Library is holding a 25 cent paperback book sale on Friday, February 28 and Saturday, February 29 between the hours of 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Also, in the Book Bag shop all items will be 20% off. We are located at 49 Henry Street in Saratoga Springs. In addition to books, we carry vinyl records, CDs and DVDs. All our merchandise is gently used, in excellent condition. Our mandate is to fund special projects of the Saratoga Springs Library from our sales. 

Beatles Concert Cabaret 
Treat yourself to a great all-in-one experience as the Burnt Hills Oratorio Society Chorus entertains you with the iconic songs of the Beatles. Set in the elegant Vista Ballroom at the Van Patten Golf Club, located at 924 Main St. in Clifton Park. Chef’s Buffet and cash bar followed by a choral cabaret featuring solo voices from the BHOS family. Tickets sold only in advance. Three performances, Friday, February 28 and Saturday, February 29 at 5p.m., and Sunday, March 1 at 1 p.m. Seating is limited. Last day to purchase tickets is Monday, February, 24. For more information, or to purchase tickets, visit www.BHOS.us or call 518-416-4060.

Cabin Fever Luncheon
Spa State Park History Project, Hidden History, Emerging Projects. The luncheon will be held at the Spa State Park Administration Building, located at 19 Roosevelt Ave., Saratoga Springs on Saturday, February 29, 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Reservation required, limited seating, members free. General admission reservation (if seating is available) $10. To join/renew, www.friendsofsaratogaspastatepark.org/be-a-friend. For reservation and details, email info@friendsofsaratogaspastatepark.org

Acting for Dancers
The School of the Arts presents: Saturday Workshop Series 1- Acting for Dancers with Anny DeGange Holgate. Saturday February 29, March 7 and 14 from 1:30- 3 p.m. at the School of the Arts Lewis A. Swyer Studios. Explore Acting, Improvisation and Dance with Anny DeGange Holgate! Open for students ages 12  up. $55.00 for the series. Drop in $20. For registration go to dancemuseum.org/school, call 518-584-2225 ext .3008, or email school@dancemuseum.org.

Sweet Sound of Song
The Saratoga Chamber Players will hopscotch across the globe on March 1 at 3 p.m. with 3 outstanding artists at the United Methodist Church, Henning Road & 5th Ave., in Saratoga Springs. Soprano Charlotte Dobbs, bass baritone Andrew Padgett, and pianist Renana Gutman will take us from Dørumsgaard’s Norway to Fauré’s France, from Rachmaninoff’s Russia to John Ireland’s England and to the United States of Barber and Williams. The musicians will explore the poetry of nature through song with the piano in a significant role. Tickets are adults $25; seniors $20; and students $15. To purchase tickets, visit saratogachamberplayers.org.

Trout Unlimited Conservation Banquet
The banquet is open to everyone. It will be held at The Century House in Latham on March 7. Tickets are on sale now on the Clearwater Chapter’s website www.clearwatertu.org. Reservations can be made up to March 1 by contacting TU members Chris and Erika Cook, 565 Grand Ave., Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 or email Chris at communications@clearwatertu.org. Dinner, cash bar, hors d’oeuvres and award recognition, live auction, silent auction, bucket raffles, card raffles and door prizes. A Grand Prize Drawing of a 12 ft. Kevlar Hybrid Canoe by Hornbeck Boats. All proceeds benefit local “on the ground” conservation projects that support coldwater fisheries resources. TU is actively seeking donations of goods and services, as well as fishing gear and fly-tying materials for the banquet. Contact Chair Scott Parker at 518-894-4661 or sgparker149@gmail.com. 

Call for Artists with Chronic Illnesses, Disabilities, and Caregivers
If you are an artist living with or caring for someone living with a rare disease, serious illness, or disability, this is a great opportunity to share your art. Saratoga-based nonprofit, Beyond My Battle, is holding the second annual “Art with Heart and Hope” show on May 21 at Universal Preservation Hall in Saratoga Springs.  Showcasing the ways art can help manage the many stressors of living with, or caring for someone living with, physical illness and disability. The deadline to submit artwork is March 30. All art must be able to be hung on a wall. Artist must be at least 18 years old; and live in the Capital Region of NY. Artists should submit a photo of their artwork, along with a title, dimensions, medium, and a description (approximately 100 words) of how they use art to move beyond their personal battle to art@beyondmybattle.org no later than March 30.

18th Annual Maple in April 
On April 25 and 26 the 18th annual Maple in April Festival will be held along Rockwell Street in Hadley, which is just west of Lake George and north of Albany. This is an activity-packed, family-friendly, free spring festival hosted by the Hadley Business Association in collaboration with other area organizations. You can look forward to maple demonstrations and tasting everything maple, a scholarship breakfast, horse-drawn wagon rides, a car show, street vendors, art auction, kids’ activities, farm and family pet activities, and more. While some of the scheduled activities are weather dependent, the event will take place whether there’s rain, sunshine, or both.  For more information go to www.HadleyNYbusiness.org or email us at: info@HadleyNYbusiness.org

Veterans Breakfast Clubs
Veterans and their friends are welcome at the following Veterans Breakfast Clubs:  Tuesdays: 8 a.m., Alexis Diner, 294 North Greenbush Road, North Greenbush, 518-286-2603. First and third Wednesdays each month: 9 a.m. Bellevue Cafe, 2630 Broadway, Schenectady. Thursdays: 8 a.m. Schodack Diner, 1842 Columbia Turnpike, Castleton. Thursdays: 9 a.m. IHOP, 611 Plank Road, Clifton Park. Third Thursday every month: 9 a.m. Malta Diner, 2476 Route 9, Malta.  Fridays: 8 a.m. Gateway Diner, 899 Central Ave., Albany.

Bus Trip to Turning Stone
Olde Saratoga Seniors are hosting a bus trip to Turning Stone Casino, Verona, NY on Monday, March 16.  Bus leaves Saratoga Train Station at 6:15 a.m.or American Legion, Schuylerville at 6.45 a.m. and returns approximately 8:30 p.m. Can play Bingo or Casino Bonus.  Cost is $10 for Senior members or $15 for non-members.  Please mail check to PO Box 60, Schuylerville, NY 12871 or contact Pat Temple at 518-338-2329.

Vendors Wanted for Stop and Shop
Wilton Emergency Squad is having a Spring Stop and Shop on Saturday, April 4, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the General Schuyler Building, 901 Route 29, Saratoga Springs, NY.  Looking for vendors. We usually have approximately 40 vendors, raffles, refreshments and much more.  Contact Jennie McReynolds at 518-338-2709.

2020 Hubbard Hall Spring Gala 
We invite you to please Save the Date on Saturday, May 30 from 7 – 10 p.m. The Gala is always one of the best nights of the year here in Cambridge. We’ll be celebrating another great person who has exemplified our mission to make art and community happen here in Washington County. Please mark your calendar and know that it’ll be another great night with wonderful food by the Round House Bakery Cafe, open bar, music from Dave Cuite and friends, an exciting live raffle of great prizes, and warm friendly fun. Tickets are $125 per person includes food and open bar 7 p.m. For more information, visit www.hubbardhall.org. 

Crafter Wanted 
An experienced crafter, to teach Ballston Area Seniors various crafts, on some Tuesday mornings at the Milton Community Center, located at 310 Northline Rd. Ballston Spa. If interested, call Madeline at 518-587-7076 for details.

Bus Trip to Niagara Falls 
Still seats available for the Olde Saratoga Seniors Bus trip to Niagara Falls, two nights three days on Thursday, May 28 – Saturday, May 30, 2020.  Price for two people in room, two beds $588 each. Total payment due by March 31, 2020 but must sign up as soon as possible.  For an itinerary and price for one, three or four people per room, contact Pat Temple, 518-338-2329.

Southern Saratoga Art Society Exhibits
Artists and members of the Southern Saratoga Art Society will be exhibiting throughout the area during 2020. Please try to visit these venues and support the arts in Southern Saratoga County. For further information about SSAS, visit our website: southernsaratogaartist.com. Clifton Park Senior Community Center, 6 Clifton Common Blvd, will host a one-woman show in the Center Gallery during February titled “From Abstraction to Flow” by artist Valerie Wolf. Her works will feature many bright colors to lead us through the long winter and include samples of both abstracts and flow method. NBT Bank, 9 Clifton Country Rd., Clifton Park is hosting artist Carol Winterton during February. Mechanicville Library, 190 N. Main St., will show the works of artist Faith Weldon for February. Catskill Hudson Bank, 2452 State Rte. 9, Malta is hosting artist William Daisak during February.

Ballston Area Seniors Chorus
We are looking for new members who enjoy singing. We are a fun group who rehearse a program which we then take out to local nursing and rehabilitation homes, who are always delighted to sing with us.  We rehearse on Mondays from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.  at the Milton Community Center. Come and join us.

Social Activities for Seniors
If you’re over 55, a long-time or new resident in the area and looking to meet active seniors, check out the Ballston Area Senior Citizens (BASC).  BASC sponsors many activities at the Milton Community Center located at 310 Northline Road, Ballston Spa.  Residents from surrounding communities are welcome to join.  Programs and activities include Festive Dinners, dances with live bands, “pickin’ sessions”, bus trips, weekly luncheons, exercise classes, chorus, crafts, etc.  Stop in any Thursday at 11 a.m. and join us for lunch.  Yearly membership fee is $10. Call Barb Broderson, Membership Secretary at 518-885-4229 or visit www.ballstonareaseniors.com for additional information.

Transportation Drivers Needed
RSVP- Retired Senior Volunteer Program, helps recruit volunteers age 55 and older for many opportunities throughout Saratoga County. We are currently looking for Transportation Drivers to take seniors to and from medical appointments. We provide the vehicle, gas, and trip details with directions. If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity or hearing about the MANY other volunteer opportunities, please call Billie Jo 518-884-4110.

Psychologist Vanessa Laird Joins Behavioral Health Team at Saratoga Hospital

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SARATOGA SPRINGS — Psychologist Vanessa Laird has joined the behavioral health team at Saratoga Community Health Center.

 Laird is fellowship trained in psychology. She comes to Saratoga Hospital from Albany Med, where she was a clinical psychologist and assistant professor.

“Dr. Laird shares our fundamental commitment to supporting and empowering our patients to achieve their health and wellness goals,” said Dr. Renee Rodriguez-Goodemote, medical director, Saratoga Community Health Center, in a statement. 

Laird has a master’s degree in educational psychology and a doctorate in counseling psychology, both from Texas A&M University. She completed a post-doctoral fellowship in clinical psychology at Albany Med and an internship at the Albany Psychology Internship Consortium. In addition to Albany Med, the consortium includes Capital District Psychiatric Center and the Stratton VA Medical Center in Albany.

Saratoga Community Health Center is located at 24 Hamilton St., Saratoga Springs.

Teddy Foster, Mary Beth McGarrahan To Helm UPH

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SARATOGA SPRINGS — In advance of the Feb. 29 opening of Universal Preservation Hall (UPH), Proctors Collaborative announced the appointment of Dorothy “Teddy” Foster and Mary Beth McGarrahan to two of the facility’s primary leadership roles. 

Foster will assume the role of director at UPH. She will oversee the coordination of all aspects of the organization, including rentals, daily operations, fundraising and performances. Foster will work with all departments of Proctors Collaborative to reach the goal of making UPH the centerpiece of downtown Saratoga Springs. 

 Mary Beth McGarrahan, whose long affiliation with UPH includes dedicated support of the organization’s pre-restoration program and capital campaign, has been appointed the building’s operations manager. Mary Beth will be responsible for audience services and volunteer management, technical, systems and maintenance matters as well as event management. 

UPH will reopen on Sat., Feb. 29 with a performance by Rosanne Cash.

King Brothers Dairy Showcases Its Relaunch Efforts During Seminar Series

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QUEENSBURY — The Saratoga County Prosperity Partnership partnered with SUNY Adirondack, the Adirondack Regional Chamber of Commerce and the NYS Small Business Development Center for a talk from Jan King, owner of King Brothers Dairy and Business of the Year winner at the 2020 New York State Agricultural Society Annual Meeting & Forum, and John Bolster of Reduced-Fat Design. They shared their insights into the re-birth of a family-owned business and how their client/designer partnership used customer insight to craft a brand promise to provide farm fresh quality dairy to the community through home delivery, restaurants, grocery stores and farm-based retail in Schuylerville.

Former State Farm Office Building in Saratoga County Will Be Auctioned

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MALTA — A former call center for State Farm insurance will be auctioned March 23-25 on the Ten-X Commercial website. The two-story, 124,171 square-foot building at 101 State Farm Place in Malta has been sitting empty for about two years in Saratoga County. The property is located off Exit 12 of the Interstate 87 Northway near the Hyatt Place Hotel. The building is located on 25 acres, has nearly 500 parking spaces and is fully ADA compliant. The starting bid is $600,000.

Local Realtor Awarded CRB Designation

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BALLSTON SPA — Lisa M. Licata with Sterling Homes, Inc. has been awarded the prestigious Certified Real Estate Brokerage Manager (CRB) designation, the premier brokerage management credential in the industry. Licata joins an elite group of real estate professionals from around the world who have earned this designation. There are 48 individuals in New York state with it and Licata is the third in the Capital District area. She is also a part of the Broker/Owner/Manager Council of GCAR, Greater Capital Association of REALTORS.

Licata was hired as the Director of Sales & Marketing for Sterling Homes, Inc. in February of 2019.  She adds the CRB designation to her title, in addition to her Certified Buyer Representative and Seller Representative Specialist designations. Licata continues to further her education in an ongoing effort to train and educate her team.