We come across a lot of amazing kittens at an animal rescue, but sometimes kittens create an immeasurable mark on your heart. That is how it is with sister’s Penny and Pearl. They were rescued from a difficult situation and through it all have been nothing but sweet and cuddly. After their spay appointment and coming off of the anesthesia, they were the loudest two kittens that I have ever encountered. We decided to put them together even though it is usually recommended to keep them apart for 24 hours. Once they were reunited, these two kittens instantaneously huddled together. This is why we need them to be adopted into a home where they will be together forever. As many are aware, having 2 kittens is so much easier than having one. Penny and Pearl are 4 months old, updated on vaccinations and tested negative for FIV and FeLV. They are patiently awaiting their forever home. Come visit them at HOPE (Homes for Orphaned Pets Exist) located in the Wilton Mall near the Saratoga Hospital entrance. We are open to the public Tuesday, Friday and Saturday from 11-4 or by appointment. Adoption applications can be found at www.hopeanimalrescue.org

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Fillies on Phila, a wood-fired pizza restaurant that opened earlier this year, has announced some changes to its menus and hours.

According to the eatery’s Front of House Manager Angela LaBombard, starting Sept. 30, Fillies will be offering brunch Thursdays through Sundays from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m.; there will be a new tailgating menu in effect during brunch; lunch will no longer be served on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, and the new opening time for those days will be 4 p.m.

The new tailgate menu will include calamari, deviled eggs, chili cheese nachos, wings, steamers, Philly cheesesteak bao buns, and more. The brunch menu will feature ricotta pancakes, brioche French toast, brunch smash burger, prime rib hash, breakfast enchiladas, and oven-baked frittata.

Fillies on Phila is one of a handful of new restaurants that either have opened or will open on Phila Street this year. Other additions include Standard Fare, Familiar Creature, and the forthcoming Noah’s Italian Chophouse. Filles is located at 39 Phila Street.    

Sylvester and Felix are roughly 3 & 1/2 months old and are just about the cutest kittens you can find. They purr as soon as they are picked up and love cuddles. They are typical kittens, in that they love to eat and play but will settle down once their bellies are full or they have tired themselves out. They have very sweet dispositions and will snuggle up with each other during nap time. They would be fantastic with children and with proper introduction would most likely be ok with dogs. They are vaccinated, neutered and tested negative for FIV and FeLV. The adoption fee for a bonded pair is $350 and the adoption application can be found at www.hopeanimalrescue.org. Sylvester and Felix are ready to find their forever home.

Attendees network at a Veteran & Military Meet and Greet event on Sept. 12 at Empire State University in Saratoga Springs. This event was presented by Empire State University, the Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce, the Veterans Business Council, Empire State University Veterans and Military Resource Center, New York State Department of Labor, Saratoga Economic Development Corporation, Saratoga County Workforce Development, Naval Support Facility – Saratoga Springs and The Fleet and Family Support Center. Photo provided by the Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce.

This year in commemoration of 9-11, Greenfield Town Supervisor Kevin Veitch honored each one of Greenfield’s firemen and EMT personnel to publicly thank them for their service to the town. Many attended the Farmers Market in Middle Grove Park last Thursday to watch and cheer them on.

On Sept. 13, 20 regional musicians playing on 15 Saratoga Springs’ front porches on Spring Street which will be closed off to traffic between Court St. & Nelson Ave! 

The event will feature family-friendly fun with Ben & Jerry’s ice cream cart & Spring Street Deli specials, lemonade and cookie stands, and more. PLUS, lots of neighborly “good will” sharing! 

Free & Open to the Public … bring your friends and come ready to show your love by tipping the amazing artists who will share their talent & passion, including:

• Sean Lippin

• Hailey Stafford

• Nocturne

• Marty Brown

• Jeff Brisbin

• Cosby Gibson & Tom Staudle

• Matt O’Rourke

• Fred Sheier

• Ruby Rose Duo

• Rich Silby

• Justin Donohoe

• Will Caputo Trio

• Tim Wechgelaer

• Two Shoes (Don Hoffman & Sean Cohen)

… and more friends!

Donations benefit Caffe Lena’s School of Music!

The event will take place Sept. 13 from 1:00pm to 4:00pm