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October 14 – 20, 2022

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Saratoga Book Festival

Start your festival experience on Friday, October 21 at the 2022 opening night event with the Pulitzer Prize winning poet Peter Balakian in conversation with WMAC’s Joe Donahue at the Saratoga Music Hall. 

Join us at this year’s Main Festival Day and Literary Marketplace (October 22) for more than 20 programs and events throughout the day in five venues in downtown Saratoga. Sessions start at 9:30 a.m. Saturday, the Info Desk opens at the Saratoga City Center at 9:00 am. Festival Sunday (October 23) festivities include SBF’s first-ever “Kidnote” with Lauren Tarshis, author of the bestselling I Survived series and the presentation of the Friends of the Saratoga Springs Public Library’s Literary Champions Awards. Both events will be held at the Saratoga Springs Public Library. For details visit https://saratogabookfestival.org/

Annual Dinner

The Adirondack Mountain Club Glens Falls-Saratoga Chapter will be having its annual dinner on October 21, featuring a presentation by Saratoga Springs naturalist Jackie Donnelly titled “Mother Nature’s Waterside Garden: Wildflowers of the Upper Hudson.” This event will take place at the Great Escape Lodge, 89 Six Flags Dr., Queensbury, beginning at 6 p.m. Please visit www.adk-gfs.org to register.

Carnegie Hall Ensemble Connect Residency at Skidmore

A group of the finest young professional classical musicians based out of Carnegie Hall, celebrates its 16th year at Skidmore on October 21 at 7 p.m. Skidmore College, Arthur Zankel Music Center, 815 N. Broadway, Saratoga Springs. For full details, visit https://www.skidmore.edu/zankel/index.php

Fall Stop & Shop Vendor and Craft Show 

Held on October 22, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the Wilton/General Schuyler Rescue Squad Emergency Building on Route 29, outside of Schuylerville. Raffles and concession with many vendors will be there. For further information and an application to rent a table, contact Jennie McReynolds at 518-338-2709 or by e-mail jlt100211@yahoo.com. 

PopUP – “Books for a Better World”

Youth2– Youth Helping Youth (www.youthsquared.org) will host a Community Care PopUP-“Books for a Better World.” The Book Drive will take place at the 112 Spring Street parking lot, Saratoga Springs. The Drive will begin at noon and go to 2 p.m. on October 22. COVID safe drop off. We are looking to collect teen and children’s books surrounding themes of diversity, positive racial relations, peace/conflict resolution, community building, women’s rights, LGBTQIA + rights, environmental action and banned or challenged books. Although, any children/teen books with positive messages are appreciated.

Turkey Dinner

Trinity United Methodist Church, 155 Ballard Road, Gansevoort, NY will hold a take-out only Turkey Dinner on Saturday, October 22, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. Price is $13 each or $25 for 2. Dinner by pre-order only. To place an order, please call 518-683-8195 between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday-Friday. Cut-off date for orders is October 19, 2022.

On 10/22, please arrive at Trinity UMC, remain in your car, and have exact payment. A Trinity UMC volunteer will take your payment and bring your dinners. Thank you.

Monthly Indoor Craft and Garage Sale 

On Sunday, October 23 from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. the popular Elks Ladies Auxiliary Indoor Craft and Garage Sale will be held at the Saratoga-Wilton Elks Club on Elks Lane. Admission is free. Over 40 vendors, great parking, crafts galore, and lunch. Household items, hand-made items, clothing, fabrics, food treats, body lotions, and just about anything you can imagine. New vendors signing-up every month. A fun activity the entire family enjoys. All proceeds go to local charities.  8’ table and chairs $15; Call Debbie at 518-885-6506 or email dozolins@nycap.rr.com for information or to sign up for a table(s).

A Bridal Affair

Network Saratoga presents A Bridle Affair Wedding Event at the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame, located at 191 Union Ave., Saratoga Springs on Sunday, October 23 from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. There will be a select group of vendors collected in this one-of-a-kind location to offer the services and advice you need to plan all the details of your wedding day. You won’t want to miss this opportunity to see the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame’s newly renovated Hall of Fame Gallery event space. Come and enjoy food tastings, fabulous grand prizes, giveaways, and fun! Admission is complimentary. Engaged couples can register for the event online at abridleaffairsaratoga.com. For more information call 518-365-3459.

Reimagining Jewish Life in the Middle East and North Africa, 1800-Present

A lecture by Lior Sternfeld delivered as part of the Jacob Perlow Series. To be held on Monday, October 24 at 7 p.m. in Davis Auditorium, Palamountain Hall, Skidmore College, 815 N. Broadway, Saratoga Springs. Lior Sternfeld is an associate professor of history and Jewish Studies. He is a social historian of the modern Middle East with particular interests in the histories of the Jewish people and other minorities of the region. Free and open to the public. Reception to follow. Attendees must adhere to Skidmore’s current COVID-19 safety guidelines. All visitors to campus are required to be fully vaccinated, including booster. 

Stop the Bleed Course

The Town of Malta CERT is presenting the first “Stop the Bleed” course. The Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office is joining the Town to present this life-saving training class. Minutes count! Take the course and become empowered to make a life-or-death difference when a bleeding emergency occurs. Stop the Bleed®. Save a Life! This hands-on, free course will be offered to Malta residents on Wednesday, October 26 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. in the Malta Community Center. Maximum class size is 12 participants. To register, please visit the Community Center’s website at https://maltany.myrec.com. To be on a waiting list for the next course, please email CW@crkl.com and note “Stop the Bleed” in the subject line.

A Concert You Won’t Want To Miss

Celebrate Halloween with a treat from the Saratoga Chamber Players by welcoming the New Jersey String Quartet on October 30, 3 p.m. at the Saratoga United Methodist Church, 5th Avenue & Henning Road. The Quartet includes cellist Eric Bartlett, a frequent musician with the Chamber Players who recently retired from the New York Philharmonic Orchestra. He joined forces with violinists Sheryl Staples and Yulia Ziskel and violist Cong Wu, all current member of the NY Philharmonic. They will offer a program of Mozart’s Divertimento in F Major, K 138; Shoshtakovich’s String Quartet No. 8 in G minor, op. 110 and Schubert’s Quartet no.13 in A minor, “Rosamunde”. Tickets are $20 – $30 available online at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sounds-from-the-new-jersey-string-quartet-tickets-391675882107

Major Gifts Program 

The Rotary Club of Saratoga Springs is pleased to announce the opening of applications for its biennial Major Gifts Program. The Club has $20,000 to award this cycle. As in the past, the minimum application request is $5,000. The application deadline for this cycle is October 31, 2022. The winning applicant(s) will be notified by November 30, 2022.

link https://www.saratogaspringsrotary.org/Stories/2022-major-gift-applications-now-being-accepted

October 14 – 20, 2022

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Friday, October 14

Fall Wetland Walk

Bog Meadow Preserve, Wilton Wildlife Preserve
80 Scout Rd., Wilton | 10:30 a.m.

Join our interns for a walk at the Bog Meadow Trail and learn about the fascinating role that beavers play in the health and biodiversity of wetlands. Discover how animals in wetlands are preparing for the winter. Registration required at least one day in advance by calling 518-450-0321 or at www.wiltonpreserve.org. 

Saturday, October 15

Fly-In Breakfast 

Empire State Aerosciences Museum
250 Rudy Chase Dr. Glenville | 8:30 – 10:30 a.m.

Enjoy pancakes, French toast, eggs, sausage, potatoes, juice, coffee, tea and more! Open to the public. At 10 a.m. Barbara Jones, Professor of Aviation Science at Schenectady County Community College speaks about the Aviation Industry Shortage and Rising Salaries. Fly-In if you would like. Pilots: Tower Frequency 121.3; Ground 121.9. Land at Schenectady County Airport and taxi to Richmor Aviation North. Tell them you are going to ESAM.

7th Annual Soup-er Saturday Vender Blender 

South Glens Falls United Methodist Church
15 Maplewood Pkwy, South Glens Falls | 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. 

This year we will be back inside with vendors. We will start serving soup at 11 a.m. We will be making 6-7 different types of soup in our kitchen. Customers will get unlimited soup plus bread, dessert & beverage. The price will be $10. We will be taking pre-orders. Our phone # is 518-793-1152.

Genealogy Talks

Zoom Program | 10 a.m. Heritage Hunters of Saratoga County will offer a series of 4 genealogy talks in one day, featuring certified genealogist Nancy Lo at 10 to 11 a.m. Beyond Ancestry: Essential Portals for Genealogy; 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Successful Genealogy Sources and Citations; 1:15 to 2:15 p.m. Discovering European Immigrant Ancestors; 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Picture This: Cataloging Digital Photos. Nancy E. Loe is a professional archivist and genealogist. Call Ginny Humphrey, 518-885-9309 to register. Her website is www.sassyjanegenealogy.com. $20 for members, $35 for non-members (includes new membership).

Jump Into Fall 

Pitney Meadows Community Farm

223 West Ave, Saratoga | 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Jump Into Fall with Pitney Meadows & the Waldorf School Rain or Shine! Jump Into Fall is an outdoor celebration to benefit both the Waldorf School and Pitney Meadows Farm. Join us for interactive activities for children, music & stories throughout the day, sheep shearing, felting, a drum circle, a scavenger hunt, hay jump and much more! Cider pressing and healthy snacks from local restaurants. Admission is free, just pay-to-park! $12 pre-registration / $15 day of the event.

Travel with The Academy for Lifelong Learning to Spain

Homewood Suites
3368 South Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 1 p.m.

The Academy for Lifelong Learning invites you to a trip overview of its tour “Spain: A Treasure Chest of Wonders”. Explore one of Spain’s best kept secrets on this trip. A special bonus is an overnight in one of Spain’s paradors, a historic building transformed into a hotel. For more details, go to www.goedventures.com or contact goedventures@gmail.com.

Turkey Dinner 

Ballston Spa Elks Lodge #2619
10 Hamilton St., Ballston Spa | 4 – 6 p.m.

Eat in or take out. Menu includes roast turkey, mashed potatoes and gravy, stuffing, veggies, cranberry sauce, roll and dessert. The cost is 2 for $25 or $15 each (cash only). Preorders strongly encouraged. To order, email: dinners2619@gmail.com or call 518-885-1149, October 13 and 14 – 4 – 6 p.m. Limited quantities available at the door. Proceeds support Elks Charities.

Free Community Open House & Pig Roast 

Wilton Volunteer Fire Department

270 Ballard Road, Wilton | 4:30 – 6:30 p.m.

The community is invited for a free Pig Roast. Join us for our open house and touch a truck, see demos, and enjoy a free meal. Sign up on Facebook.

Remembered Geometries Artist Talk

Spring Street Gallery, 110 Spring St., Saratoga Springs

7 p.m. | Remembered Geometries presents works based on traditional housetop quilt patterns. The technical use of fabrics and thread, color, line, and texture contribute to the overall complexity and magnetism of the exhibit. Van der Laan shares her craft with brilliant, sophisticated simplicity. For more information, visit springstreetgallerysaratoga.org or email springstreetgallerylist@gmail.com. 

Sunday, October 16

Auditions: A Christmas Story the Musical 

Spa City Theatre, 615 Maple Ave., Saratoga Springs

10 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Great roles for both children and adults! Performers should prepare approximately 32 bars of a contemporary musical theatre song. Singing from the show is encouraged, but not required. Online video submissions accepted, as well. Callbacks held by appointment, Thursday, October 13. If case, a tuition fee of $250 will be required for students to participate. Adult actors do not need to pay tuition. Scholarships available. Performances will take place December 2, 7 p.m., December 3, 2 and 7 p.m., December 9 and 10, 7 p.m. and December 11, 2 p.m. in our Black Box Theater at 615 Maple Ave.

Autumn Sunday Stroll, “Brandtville Boogie.” 

Meet: 29 Doten Avenue, Saratoga Springs | 10:30 a.m.

Join Carol Daggs for a walking tour of the Saratoga Springs neighborhood historically known as Brandtville. Dating back to the 1800s, this historically African American rural farming community is located at the southeastern edge of the city, highlighting Crescent Street and Doten Avenue. All Sunday morning strolls last approximately 90 minutes and require walking and standing on varied terrain. Tours will be limited to 30 people and tickets must be purchased in advance. The cost per tour is $15 for SSPF members and $20 for non-members. Members who have received complimentary stroll passes must contact the Foundation directly to reserve their space.

229th Birthday Celebration Concert

The First Baptist Church of Saratoga Springs

45 Washington St., Saratoga Springs | 2 p.m.

Celebrating their 229th Birthday with an uplifting, musical experience by organist, Farrell Goehring. Music of J.S Bach, Mendelssohn and C.M. Widor and others will be featured. Join us after the concert for cake, coffee, and fellowship. The concert will be presented without charge to the public. Donations toward the organ fund will be gratefully accepted. With your generous help, we will be able to continue to provide organ music for services, concerts, weddings, and funerals.

100 YEARS OF GRACE: A Musical Celebration of our Parish’s Centennial

Our Lady of Grace, 73 Midline Road, Ballston Lake | 2 p.m. 

37 voices and 15 instrumentalists presenting an inspiring collection of music and readings to celebrate the seasons of the church year by parishioners from Our Lady of Grace, St. Joseph’s Church, Scotia; Immaculate Conception, Glenville; and St. Augustine’s Church, Lansingburgh, directed by Patty Neumann, Director of Musical Ministries at Our Lady of Grace and St. Joseph’s Church A “gourmet” Dessert Bar! Delectable gourmet desserts, worthy of the best restaurants, will be offered for $5 a slice. Finger desserts will also be offered. This is a fundraiser to support our Centennial activities and the archiving of our historical photos and documents. Free will donation.

Monday, October 17

Surrender Day Commemoration 

Fort Hardy Beach Park, Ferry Street/Route 29, Schuylerville | 9:30 a.m.

In Recognition of the 245th Anniversary of the American Victory at the Battles of Saratoga, America’s Turning Point. Join the community and school children for the 244th anniversary of the Battles of Saratoga surrender with cannons, patriotic speeches, wreath laying, reenactments and the traditional a13 toasts. State Historian Devin Lander will be the keynote speaker. 

Tuesday, October 18

Pierogi Sale

Christ the Savior Church, 349 Eastline Rd., Ballston Lake

11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | We will have potato/cheese, sauerkraut, and farmer’s cheese pierogies. All pierogi orders are $10/dozen. Stuffed clams will be available as well. Please call 518-363-0001. 

Tuesday, October 18 continued…

Town of Greenfield Historical Society Meeting

Greenfield Community Center, 25 Wilton Road, Greenfield Center 

7 p.m. | Program: Mystery Door. When Greenfield Historical Society member Justin Thomas stripped the paint from an old green door found in his garage/ shop in Greenfield Center, he uncovered a collection of names, dates, and random writings dating through the decade of the 1920s. The pencil markings are a curious time-capsule that coincide with the years of prohibition. Is there a connection? Justin and his door will be present at the meeting in hopes the community can help solve this Greenfield mystery. Admission is free. All are welcome.

Wednesday, October 19

Olde Saratoga Seniors Meeting 

Town Hall, 12 Spring St., Schuylerville | Noon

It will be a sandwich luncheon. Dessert will be provided. Speaker from the Library will be giving a presentation. New members and guests are welcome. For more information contact Pat Temple, 518-338-2329.

Roast Beef Dinner

Saratoga Wilton Elks, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs | 4:30 – 6 p.m. Take out only. Call Monday or Tuesday between 10 a.m. – Noon to place an order. 518-584-2585. Menu: Roast beef, roasted redskin potatoes, vegetable, salad, roll, gravy. Dinner for 2 / $30. (cash only). 

Managing Money: A Caregiver’s Guide to Finances 

Clifton Park Halfmoon Public Library, 475 Moe Rd., Clifton Park

6:30 p.m. | It’s never too early to put financial plans in place if you or someone you know is facing Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, or another chronic illness. Join us to learn tips for managing someone else’s finances, how to prepare for future care costs, and the benefits of early planning. Presented by Alzheimer’s Association Northeastern NY. Registration required. 518-371-8622. www.cphlibrary.org

BINGO

Knights of Columbus #246, 50 Pine Rd., Saratoga Springs | 7 p.m. Every Wednesday evening. The doors open at 4:30 p.m., the kitchen window (which is staffed by the Catholic Daughters) opens at 5:30 p.m., games go on sale at 6 p.m. and the first game starts at 7 p.pm. Every week, there is $1,500 in guaranteed prize money. Join us for an evening out and help to support our activities within the community.

Thursday, October 20

Owl Prowls

Wilton Wildlife Preserve, 80 Scout Rd. Wilton | 6 – 7 p.m.

Join us for a nighttime hike to look and listen for owls. Learn about their amazing adaptions that make the fantastic nighttime predators. Following the program, take home an owl pellet to dissect and discover the diet of an owl and identify bones of its prey. Group sizes are limited. This program is intended for ages 5 and up. To register call the library at 518-584-7860 ext 303. This program is also held on October 21, 27 and 28.

Schuylerville Hosts Annual “Kickin’ Out Cancer” Games 

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Photo Credit: Paul Rogan 

SCHUYLERVILLE — On Tuesday, Oct. 4, the Schuylerville boys’ and girls’ soccer teams hosted Queensbury High School for their annual “Kickin’ Out Cancer” game that doubles as a fundraiser to help those affected by the disease. This year, the funds were directed toward two long-time Schuylerville school employees. The event raised several thousand dollars. 

The girls’ game featured two state-ranked teams in Schuylerville (ranked #6 in the Class B State rankings) and Queensbury (ranked #14 in the Class A State rankings). After a scoreless first half, Bayley Duffy scored two second half goals to seal the victory for Queensbury. Schuylerville had previously beaten Queensbury 2-0. Schuylerville and Queensbury are now tied for first place in the Foothills Council with one loss each – only beaten by one another. 

The Queensbury boys beat the Schuylerville Boys 1-0 on a fantastic goal by Luke Eichen with one minute left in the game. While the game was back and forth all night, Eichen’s effort solidified the win for Queensbury. Both teams are also battling for the Foothills Council championship and will most likely meet again later in the season.

Albany Academy for Girls Sweeps the Podium at the Section 2 – Girls Golf Individual Championship

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Second place finisher Kennedy Swedick in action at McGregor Links in Saratoga this summer.
Photos: New York State Golf Association

REXFORD — On Monday, October 3, the Edison Club hosted the Section 2 Girls Golf Individual Championship. It was a one, two, three finish for the Albany Academy for Girls as they continue their remarkable string of results this fall season. Leading the field was Samantha Von Rohr, who shot a (-1) 71, the only girl in the field to shoot in the red figures. Close behind her was the 92nd New York State Women’s Amatuer Champion Kennedy Swedick who carded a 74. In third place was Nicole Criscone who signed for a three-over 75. The top nine individuals are listed below and have all qualified for the NYSPHSAA Girls Golf State Championships to be held June 3-5, 2023 at the Edison Club.  

The Section 2 Team Championship will be held Sunday, October 9 at The Edison Club (12 p.m. shotgun start).  The following teams qualified to compete for the Team Championship:  Albany Academy, Saratoga, Guilderland, Shenendehowa, Shaker and Bethlehem.  

Qualifiers – Samantha Von Rohr (Albany Academy) 71, Kennedy Swedick (Albany Academy) 74, Nicole Criscone (Albany Academy) 75, Hayden Knapp (South Glens Falls) 80, Jillian Rawson (Albany Academy for Girls) 80, Zorah Williams (Emma Willard) 80, Tekla Fine-Lease (Queensbury) 81, Sienna Wheeler (Colonie) 83, Maria Jackson (Saratoga Springs) 83.

Other scores – Cambell Kennedy (Shenendehowa) 91, Dannah Smith (Schalmont) 91, Mollie Kortz (Johnstown) 92, Hanna Mitchell (Guilderland) 92, Megna Naidu (Guilderland) 93, Jane Fanning (Guilderland) 95, Sophia Jackson (Saratoga Springs) 95, Peyton Hoblock (Shaker) 97, Clare Cunningham (Shaker) 98, Ella Cotter (Greenville) 99, Bayley Duffy (Queensbury) 100, Lizzie Ryan (Albany Academy) 101, Lillie Junco (Voorheesville) 101, Skylar Yeo (Shenendehowa) 102, Lilla Zeevalk (Shenendehowa) 105, Lily Gray (Bethlehem) 15, Colleen Carey (Academy of Holy Names) 106, Chloe Galvin (Duanesburg) 106, Sarah Byun (Shaker) 106, Mya Young (Bethlehem) 106, Hailey Drinon (Schoharie) 106, Sierra Borden (Saratoga Springs) 107, Morgan Hayden (Tamarac) 107, Taylor VanWie (Chatham) 109, Emily Landau (Saratoga Springs) 110, Mairead Marsden (Broadalbin-Perth) 110, Elle Lyda (Bethlehem) 111, Emma Duval (Ballston Spa) 112, Isabella Petrocci (Mohonasen) 113, Sofia Heiser (Canajoharie) 115, Alexis Palmeri (Fort Plain) 116, Allie Zieker (Saratoga Springs) 117, Emily Shim (Niskayuna-Schenectady) 119, Giayna Abel (Broadalbin-Perth) 129, Aubrey Nethaway (Amsterdam) 134.

Girls Volleyball: Saratoga Central Catholic Saints Shutout Cambridge

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SARATOGA SPRINGS — On Monday, October 3, the Saratoga Central Catholic girls volleyball team hosted Cambridge High School in what was a 3-0 sweep for the Saints. In game one, Saratoga took a commanding lead and never looked back, finishing the game comfortably with a scoreline of 25-12. However, games two and three were much closer as Cambridge found their stride – but both games finished 25-19 in favor of the Saints.  

Highlights for the Saints:

Arden Buhrmaster – 8 service points, 3 aces

Gianna Fiordimondo – 7 digs

Jacqueline Fornabia – 6 service points, 11 aces, 6 kills

Juliana Montanino – 11 service points, 2 kills

Rylee Cornell – 7 service points, 4 aces, 3 assist

Arianna Bennett – 3 kills, 4 assist

Highlights for Cambridge:

Gabby Fazioli – 6 service points, 4 aces, 5 kills

Alexis Olszewski –  5 aces, 2 kills

MaryKate Lebarron – 2 aces, 11 assist

Schuylerville Soccer Tops Hudson Falls

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SCHUYLERVILLE —On Monday, Oct. 3, the Schuylerville Black Horses traveled to Hudson Falls to play under the lights at the newly renovated Moran-Derby Park. Schuylerville raced out to 6-0 halftime lead and saw the game out for the win. 

Sam Tyler led the Horses with 2 goals and an assist while Nate Lanfear also chipped in 2 goals. Shawn Thompson scored for the Tigers on a well placed shot that beat Griffin Brophy. Owen Sullivan, Alex Renner, Ashton Morris, Corey Cotrell and Griffin Brophy all logged assists for Schuylerville. The shots on goal totaled 10 to 2 in favor of the Horses. This result improves Schuylerville’s record to 6-1-1 in league play, 7-3-1 overall, while Hudson Falls still remains winless at 0-7.

19th Annual Morris Cup Judo Championship to Be Held on October 9

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BURNT HILLS — On Sunday, October 9, the Jason Morris Judo Center will host the 19th annual Morris Cup Judo Championships after a 2 year hiatus. The tournament will be held at Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake High School and will feature over 500 of the best competitors in the Northeast US and Canada. The Judo action will start at 9:30 a.m. and continue nonstop until approximately 8 p.m. The event will feature many local stars including Burnt Hills students and graduates, 2x Olympian, Nick Delpopolo, Kyle Tran and Randi and Dani Morris.

Judo has been an Olympic sport since 1964. It is the most-widely practiced martial art in the world.  In its competitive form judo involves throws, pins, chokes and arm locks but no kicking or punching.  Many of the skills developed in wrestling are incorporated by judo players.  People who practice judo develop high levels of physical fitness, discipline and an unshakeable respect for their opponents.

The Morris cup is the work of Jason Morris, a 4x Olympic competitor, 1992 Silver medalist and the USA’s 2008 Judo coach in Beijing. Jason is committed to growing the next generation of Judo champions through his own club and the state, national and international agencies with which he has become familiar. 

Groundbreaking at Flat Rock

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Above: Flat Rock groundbreaking, Oct. 3, 2022. Photo by Thomas Dimopoulos.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — A construction groundbreaking for the new Flat Rock Park, located adjacent to the Saratoga Springs City Center, was held Oct. 3.

When completed, Flat Rock Park will provide a new community gathering space downtown with a small outdoor amphitheater, pathway, sitting benches and picnic tables, said DPW Commissioner Jason Golub. 

Candidate Debate for Saratoga County DA to Stage Oct. 11

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SARATOGA SPRINGS — Saratoga TODAY will host a candidate debate on Oct. 11 at the Saratoga Springs City Center for the Saratoga County District Attorney race. 

Both incumbent District Attorney Karen A. Heggen (Republican, Conservative parties), and challenger Michael J. Phillips (Democratic, Justice & Public Safety parties) have agreed to participate in the debate, which will take place at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 11. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.  

Election Day is Nov. 8 and marks the first contested race between candidates for the four-year county district attorney term in several decades, according to officials at the Saratoga County Board of Elections.  

Residents and voters interested in submitting potential questions to be asked during the debate, may do so via email at news@saratogapublishing.com

Some Key Upcoming Dates 

Are you registered to vote? An online tool hosted by the NYS Board of Elections allows residents to search for their voter registration status. That may be found at: voterlookup.elections.ny.gov.  

If you need to register to vote, the deadline to do so is approaching in October. There are varying deadlines in October for mail registration, in-person registration, voter change-of-address, and absentee voting requests.     

Important Dates, deadlines, poll locations, and downloadable voter registration applications all may be accessed  by going to: www.saratogacountyny.gov/departments/board-of-elections/.  

Early Voting takes place Oct. 29 to Nov. 6.

Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 8. 

Saratoga County

On the ballot for voters in the Saratoga region: Governor and Lt. Gov; Comptroller; Attorney General; U.S. Senator; State Supreme Court Justice; 20th Congressional District; 44th State Sen. District; 113th Assembly District; District Attorney; Treasurer; Family Court Judge. 

Specific to the city of Saratoga Springs: An election to fill the remainder of the term for DPW Commissioner. That term goes through the calendar year 2023. 

Registered Voters By The Numbers

There are just over 168,000 active registered voters in Saratoga County, according to the New York State Board of Elections. That party affiliation includes: just under 50,000 registered Democrats, just over 61,000 Republicans, and nearly 45,000 “blank” voters, as of the most recent filing on Feb. 21, 2022.  

Lieutenant’s PBA Announces Saratoga Springs 2021 Officer of The Year

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Officer Joseph Hughes. Photo provided.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Officer Joseph Hughes was named 2021 Officer of the Year during a ceremony Sept. 27 with award-presenters Chief Shane Crooks and the Lieutenant’s PBA.

Hughes was recognized for his near-10 years of service. 

“He has proven himself to be an excellent role model and a hard worker, relied on by his supervisors to conduct thorough investigations, and plays an integral role in training many of our new officers,” according to a post by the Saratoga Springs Police Department congratulating Hughes.