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F R E E Volume 6 • Issue 32 SaratogaPublishing.com
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and Caitlyn Rivers, South Glens Falls. To be eligible for this honor, a stu-
dent must achieve an academic grade point average of 3.5-4.0. Excellent
work ladies!
Saratoga P.L.A.N. is providing
pocket-sized passports to area chil-
dren and families to encourage
them to spend time together out-
doors. The Preserve Passports
include descriptions, driving direc-
tions, and an area for children to
stamp as they visit each preserve.
The stamps are located at each pre-
serve in hidden “letterboxes” and
can be located by following posted
clues. Once a child completes five
out of eight stamps, they will
receive a Saratoga P.L.A.N. T-shirt
in recognition of their accomplish-
ment.
Eight-year-old Saratoga Springs resident Nora Dempsey shows off her T-shirt
The Make-A-Wish Foundation of Northeast New York unveiled the results of an extensive makeover to a 1970
Chevelle Thursday at the Saratoga Automobile Museum. The car was remodeled to grant a wish for Middleburgh
teen, Henry Pindar.
The car, a Super Sport replica, is similar to the car owned by Henry’s late father, and features new paint, body-
work, interior and more. The Chevelle is a classic American muscle car, with bright red paint and black sport
stripes.
The Make-A-Wish Foundation
grants the wishes of children with
life-threatening medical conditions
to enrich the human experience with
hope, strength and joy.
Twenty-four Ballston Spa students recently had the opportunity to partic-
ipate in a pre-engineering academy as part of the district’s summer enrich-
ment programming. Activities for the week included designing and building
a pegboard game, bottle rocket, bridge spans, catapult and a device to pro-
tect a falling egg.
Participants from the Gateway Academy Summer Enrichment Program
also visited Philips Healthcare in Latham. While at Philips Healthcare, the
students had the opportunity to learn about the engineering design process
and its implementation in a manufacturing setting. The week culminated
with a demonstration of the projects that the students created.
On Tuesday, August 9, summer
school students from the F. Donald
Myers Education Center dropped
off handmade donations to several
backstretch families. The students
sewed pillows and tote bags for the
41 children living in the back-
stretch dorms.
Melissa and Brian
Brumley are proud to
announce the birth of
their daughter, Sarah
Grace Brumley, on
July 30, 2011.
Congratulations to
the Brumley family!
Students Named toPresident’s List at SouthernNew Hampshire University
Photos taken by Anthony Aquino for MarkBolles.com
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Families TODAYSARATOGA
TODAY Friday, August 12, 2011 23
WILTON - Over the past three
decades, the Lillian Worth Senior
Center has established a reputation as
a friendly place where seniors can
enjoy good company and find things
to do. The center has brought togeth-
er a unique community - a group of
100 plus 55 and older residents who
make the center such a welcoming
place, and work to ensure its vitality
for future generations.
Next month, is the 32nd anniver-
sary of this community. The Wilton
Seniors Center was established in
1978 at 18 Traver Road thanks to the
hard work and dedication of a group
of residents, town officials and area
sponsors. In 1997, the center was offi-
cially dedicated to Lillian Worth, a
Wilton resident who was instrumental
in establishing this special gathering
place for her fellow senior citizens. In
the beginning, the seniors shared their
space with area teenagers, who now
have Gavin Park to call their own.
Year-round, every Tuesday and
Thursday from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., the
center comes alive with activity and
conversation. More than 100 citizens
are members, but the group of elderly
residents who stop in to play poker
and bridge, eat pizza, and find out
about upcoming events and trips far
exceeds that number. Their social
events are attended by senior mem-
bers from a handful of neighboring
towns.
Members take turns bringing cakes
and other treats, everyone contributes
a covered dish for a potluck meal on
the last Tuesday of every month, and
they all look forward to the July pic-
nic and the annual end-of-year lunch-
eon at the Wishing Well. Ceramics
and crafts are every Tuesday morning
(except in July and August), Bingo is
played Tuesday at 10 a.m., and guest
speakers and live entertainment are
scheduled throughout the year.
When they're not socializing at
their clubhouse in Wilton, the group
is traveling to other parts of the state
and Northeast. Their monthly bus trip
is a chance to see unique places and
sites, and visit museums among a
variety of other distant attractions.
"We always have a nice bunch of
people here; everyone is very friend-
ly," said Kay Lant, ninth year senior
center president. "We might have 40
to 50 people here on a Tuesday."
Lant, who has been a member of
the center for 25 years, said that while
attendance varies, regulars and new
visitors can always find something to
do or special assistance at the center
those two days out of every week.
It's not all about fun and games at
the center. Seniors can also schedule
bus transportation to and from the
center to the mall, grocery stores and
appointments by calling the Office
for the Aging at (518) 884-4100 by
noon the day before. The center also
sponsors a biannual A.A.R.P. "55
Alive" defensive drivers course, and
members give back to the communi-
ty by collecting cans for local food
pantries and by gathering donations
for the Estherville Animal Shelter.
Membership is just $5 per year, and
all activities are free or affordable
thanks to municipal support.
"The town is very good to us," Lant
said, explaining that trips are so inex-
pensive because the town of Wilton
covers the cost of the bus, and "the
seniors pay for the rest."
But none of this would be possible
without the all-volunteer committee
that runs the center and its busy calen-
dar. Working alongside Lant for the
past six years is Vice President Jan
O'Brien, Treasurer Sheila Merchant,
Secretary Carol Clark, and, of course,
the "Sunshine Lady" Shirley
Kellerhouse, who sends out birthday
cards, get well notes and "cheery hel-
los" to the members.
With so many friendly faces and
fun activities to be found at this one
place, the Lillian Worth Senior Center
has become the heart of the town's
senior citizen community and that's
exactly what its members will cele-
brate at the 32nd anniversary party in
September.
"Most of us are here to enjoy the
people," Lant said.
For more information about the
Lillian Worth Senior Center, call
(518) 587-6363. See page 24 for a list
of upcoming events.
Happy Birthday, Wilton Seniors!
by Yael Goldman
Saratoga TODAY
To submit your annouce-ments, events and news for
publication in SaratogaTODAY’S monthlyPrimetime section,
contact Yael Goldman: • email news@saratoga-
publishing.com• fax (518) 581-2487
additional assistance will your
loved one require while recover-
ing? Has the illness or injury
affected their physical state, men-
tal state or perhaps both? And, if
so, what steps will you as a family
member or caregiver need to
address?
Here are some questions you
should ask yourself:
• Are your loved one’s livingconditions appropriate forrecovery?
• Can they move about freeof fall hazards (rugs, stairs,slippery flooring, obstacles,and lighting)?
• Do they need guidancemoving about (walker, railings, a helping hand)?
• What distance can they handle before tiring?
• Are they able to preparemeals for themselves and willthey receive proper nutritionand fluids?
• Are they able to managetheir medications?
• Can they us the bathroomand bathe safely and properly?
• Can they dress with stability?
• Are they able to contactothers if they need help and will they?
Of course the list continues as
you get into more details, but these
questions are a good base to start
with.
While your loved one is recov-
ering, several issues need to be dis-
cussed based on how well they
rebound or if recovery is delayed
for one reason or another. In any
case, you should consider the
options and resources that will best
fit the needs of your loved one
now and in the weeks and months
to come.
Safety is the number one con-
cern most families address first.
For more information or
answers to your questions, please
contact us at www.ase-
niorschoiceonline.com or call
Clare at (518) 424-2527.
In my first column, I spoke
of the crisis my family was
faced with several years ago
that inspired me to create my busi-
ness and passion. I told the story
of how my father's illness changed
many aspects of my family's life.
If I knew then what I know today,
I would have explored the many
different options available. This
would have made a world of dif-
ference for our entire family
because our choices would have
been very different.
So, why do I say that? I say that
because of what we did not do,
what we did not know and what
we learned the hard way. When
my father fell ill with pneumonia
the first time and was released
from the hospital, we were given
very little information to go on.
We were given names, numbers,
days and times of the in-home
rehab specialists that would be
provided for a specific length of
time under my father's medical
insurance.
Ok, what else? There really was
no one to talk to and assist us with
preparing for what lay ahead,
what to expect, what to avoid,
how to keep dad safe in his home
or transitioning dad out of his
home and into an assisted living
community. Families going
through a crisis are so over-
whelmed with the crisis itself that
they cannot see past it; it leads
them moment to moment, step by
step and your entire family just
wishes it were over.
Let us take a deep breath, sit
back and look at the whole pic-
ture. Let's discuss what other
alternatives could have been
looked at. Once your loved one is
discharged from the hospital and
scheduled for rehabilitation,
whether in-home or in a rehabili-
tation center, be sure to discuss
goals for recovery. Discuss time
frames and safety issues. What
Clare ColamariaOur Elders, Our Actions
Safety FirstLillian Worth Senior Center Celebrates 32nd Anniversary
Families TODAY SARATOGA
TODAYFriday, August 12, 201124
Wilton Seniors at the Lillian Worth Senior Center
18 Traver Road, Gansevoort(518) 587-6363Catskill Train Ride and Lunch: The Wilton seniors depart for this
exciting daytrip on Saturday, September 17 at 8:30 a.m., and will pick up
Saratoga seniors at 8:45. The group will arrive at Ricciardella's
Restaurant for lunch at 11:30 a.m., where they will enjoy soup, sand-
wiches and dessert. After lunch, the group will depart for a scenic train
ride aboard the Catskill Mountain Railroad to travel 12 miles to Cold
Brook Station.
This wonderful excursion will bring travelers along the Esopus Creek,
where bald eagles, great blue herons, hawks, deer and other wildlife can
be spotted along the banks. The group will arrive back at historic
Phoenicia Station at 2:30 p.m. and explore the Empire State Railway
Museum before departing for home at 3:30 p.m. The estimated time of
arrival in Saratoga Springs is 6 p.m. and 6:30 in Wilton.
The cost to participate is $33 for Wilton residents and $43 for
non-residents.
Please choose from one of the following sandwiches when you sign
up: Tuskan chicken Sandwich (asiago bread with fresh mozzarella, roast-
ed peppers and pesto mayo); Brio fish (blackened red snapper with let-
tuce, tomato and tartar in a pita); or Brio burger (1/2 pound hamburger
with French fries).
Oktoberfest Inn at Hunt's Landing: Plan ahead for this bus trip on
Wednesday, October 19! The Wilton Seniors will depart at 7 a.m. and
pick up Saratoga seniors at 7:15 a.m. to arrive at the Inn at Hunt's
Landing in Matamora, Pennsylvania, at 10 a.m. for a full hot breakfast
buffet. The group will relax and unwind on a patio overlooking a tranquil
pond with an island gazebo and visit "Nana's Nook Gift Shop." A feature
movie will play at 11:30 a.m., followed by bingo and card games at noon.
From noon-4 p.m. the group will enjoy beer, wine, soda and mixed
drinks along with music, dancing and live entertainment. Lunch will be
served at 2:30 p.m. - a buffet-style spread with homemade soup, tossed
salad, pasta salad, three entrees, a chef's selection side and vegetable
dish, and coffee and tea. The seniors will depart with fresh baked cook-
ies in tow at 4 p.m., and arrive home in Saratoga at 7:30 p.m. and in
Wilton at 7:45. The cost to participate is $48 for members or town resi-
dents and $58 for non-members.
Contact the Wilton Senior Center Tuesday or Thursday between 9 a.m.
and 3 p.m. to sign up for either of these fun-filled trips: (518) 587-6363.
Senior Citizens Center of Saratoga Springs5 Williams Street, Saratoga Springs(518) 584-1621saratogaseniorcenter.orgseniorcentermarketing@gmail.comFarmers' Market: Senior Whole Health will be sponsoring a Farmers' Market in the center's parking lot
every other Tuesday from 11 a.m.-noon beginning August 16. Shoppers will be able to purchase locally grown
produce directly from the farmer. Saratoga Farmers' Market coupons and EBT cards are accepted. The market
is open to the community.
Farmers' Market Coupons: The Office for the Aging will distribute Saratoga Farmers' Market coupons on
Friday, August 19 at the Senior Center during their annual BBQ lunch. If you wish to attend the BBQ, please
call the center to make a reservation by Thursday, August 18. A $2 donation is suggested for those over 60 years
of age.
Afternoon Tea Party: The center will host an afternoon tea party on Tuesday, August 30 from 1-3 p.m. Enjoy
tea, lemonade, finger sandwiches and traditional desserts. Explore vintage collectables and play tea party games.
This event, which will be catered by The Hungry Spot Café, is open to members, guests and grandchildren. Tea
party attire is welcome! Tickets are available at the center through Thursday, August 25.
Trip to West Point: The center is sponsoring a trip to West Point Academy on Monday, October 3 from 7:30
a.m. -7 p.m. Enjoy spectacular fall foliage on the bus ride through the Catskills to this historic institution on the
Hudson. A combination bus/walking tour will take guests to the highlights of the campus such as the chapel, pro-
fessors row and memorial cemetery. Enjoy an extensive buffet lunch at the Thayer House or dine à la carte at
the West Point Club. On your return, take a brief stroll in the downtown district of Woodstock, NY. Prices are as
follows: For members: Bus trip, tour & buffet at Thayer house: $56; Bus trip and tour only: $25 (Lunch at the
West Point Club is not included, and ranges from $10-$15). Non-members: add $15 to each price. (Annual
Membership to the center is only $15!) Note: A valid driver's license or passport is required to enter the campus.
Call the Senior Citizens Center to register for any one of these events or to find out about more activities
available in your community.
Malta Senior Citizens Center, Inc.Malta Community Center1 Bayberry Drive, MaltaUpcoming meeting: The Malta Seniors will hold their next meeting on Tuesday, September 6 at 10 a.m. at
the community center. Treasurer Gerard Lewandowski will give a presentation about the town's emergency
management plan. He is a member of the town of Malta's Emergency Planning Committee.
Bus Trip: The Malta Seniors are traveling to Massachusetts on Tuesday, August 16.
The bus departs at 7 a.m., and the cost to participate is $21 for members and $51 for non-members. This bus
trip will include a visit to the Bridge of Flowers, which is an old trolley bridge in Shelburne, Massachusetts, that
was abandoned until a local flower conservatory group turned it into a flower garden; and the nearby glacier
potholes, which were carved into the rock floor of the creek during the North American Ice Age. Seniors will
also explore a butterfly conservatory and enjoy a stop at Yankee Candle Factory before heading to Deerfield Inn
for lunch. The inn is in a reconstructed colonial village located north of Shelburne in Deerfield Village.
Saratoga County Officefor the Aging
152 West High Street, Ballston Spa(518)884-4100Senior Picnic: Saratoga
County Office for the Aging is
pleased to host the annual senior
picnic on Tuesday, August 30 at
the Saratoga County Fairgrounds
in Ballston Spa. Lunch will be
served at noon. Menu: BBQ
chicken, potato salad, coleslaw,
tomato and cucumber salad, din-
ner rolls, iced tea, lemonade and
coffee. Tickets can be purchased
at area nutrition sites or through
the Office for the Aging for $4
each. Tickets are required to
attend. Please call the Office for
the Aging for details at (518)
884-4100. Pets are not allowed
on the fairgrounds.
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Families TODAYSARATOGA
TODAY Friday, August 12, 2011 25
Area Rite Aids to Hold
Shingles Vaccine ClinicsSARATOGA SPRINGS - The
Saratoga Rite Aid Pharmacy,
located at 3027 Rt. 50 in
Saratoga Springs, is holding a
Shingles Vaccine Clinic August
30 from 10 a.m - 2 p.m. To pre-
register for an appointment, call
(518) 587-2202. Walk-ins are
acceptable but not
recommended.
Shingles, also known as
Zoster, is a painful disease
caused by the same virus
responsible for chicken pox, a
common but rarely dangerous
childhood disease. Shingles can
strike those who had chicken
pox, as the virus can remain
dormant in a patient’s spinal
fluid, as well as those who don’t
recall encountering the disease
in their youth. Those 50 years
of age and older are most at risk
for the Shingles virus.
Rite Aid will be providing the
vaccine, Zostavax, to help treat
the painful nerve disease.
Zostavax is a live vaccine that
uses a weakend version of the
virus to boost the body’s natural
immune response. It is used
with adults 50 or older and is
given in one dose once in a
patient’s lifetime. Under New
York State law, a prescription is
required from your physician
for Zostavax. Customers may
ask their pharmacist to contact
their doctor on their behalf.
Some health coverage plans
cover at least part of the cost of
the vaccination, but check with
your own plan to learn
specifics.
To register or learn more
about who should and should
not be vaccinated, call (518)
587-2202. More information on
Rite Aid can be found at
www.riteaid.com.
Academy for Lifelong Learning Offers Scholarships, GiftCertificates
111 West Avenue, Saratoga Springs (518) 587-2100, ext. 2415The Academy for Lifelong Learning at Saratoga Springs (A.L.L.) is
offering scholarships to individuals wishing to participate in study
groups. The scholarships are available for both new members and indi-
viduals who have previously participated in A.L.L. study groups. A num-
ber of full and half scholarships are available each semester for all study
groups except "Walking Through Our Heritage." Anyone who wishes to
enroll in an A.L.L. study group and needs assistance with membership
dues is invited to apply for these scholarships.
Applications are held in strict confidence. Individuals must submit
their request and term application prior to Thursday, August 25 for the fall
term, which is set to begin September 19. The applicant should indicate
a need for either a partial or full scholarship. Requests for scholarship
assistance should be forwarded to Jo-Ellen Unger, executive director, at
111 West Avenue, Saratoga Springs, New York 12866.
Gift certificates for A.L.L. are also available. Certificates may be
applied toward membership fees in any future term and may be pur-
chased at the academy office or by phone.
For more information, to apply for a scholarship, purchase a gift cer-
tificate or to receive a course brochure, visit the website at
www.esc.edu/ALL or call the A.L.L. office at (518) 587-2100, ext. 2415.
SARATOGA SPRINGS -
Summer is winding to a close,
with back-to-school season com-
ing sooner than you may think.
For many families, that means
new morning routines, home-
work and, of course, head lice.
Each year approximately six to
12 million children in the United
States are infested with this com-
mon, six-legged critter that feeds
on human blood. After weeks at
summer camps, sleepovers and
the sharing of personal items,
back-to-school season is usually
the time when head lice infesta-
tion is noticed.
"Unfortunately, panic and
worry are common reactions
when parents discover head lice,"
said Dr. Adelaide Hebert. "Out of
concern and the need to get rid of
the infestation quickly, many par-
ents may turn to unproven home
remedies or homeopathic prod-
ucts," he added. "Unfortunately,
these home remedies have never
been studied, tested, or proven to
be safe on children. There also
has been resistance reported with
some head lice treatment prod-
ucts, which may lead to ineffec-
tive treatment."
Parents should keep these five
tips in mind during head lice
season:
Avoid Head Lice as Children
Head Back-To-School
1. Do not panic. In many cases,
what parents see on the child's
head may not be head lice.
2. If parents or the school nurse
suspects head lice, a visit or call
to the child's doctor should be
made to confirm the diagnosis.
3. Parents should use only
products that are recommended
by a doctor to treat head lice.
4. It's important for parents to
carefully follow the doctor's
instructions and to make sure the
treatment is properly applied.
5. Because every school policy
photo provided
Ever wonder what head lice look like when placed under a powerfulmicroscope? See above.
on head lice differs, it's important
for parents to talk with the school
nurse. Healthcare professionals
recommend that children remain
in school since head lice do not
transmit disease and are
treatable.
For more information about
head lice, parents can visit the
following websites:
www.headlicesolutions.net;
www.cdc.gov/parasites/lice/in
dex.html; or
www.nasn.org/ToolsResources
/SCRATCHHeadLiceResources
And remember, in the battle
against head lice, a little knowl-
edge and a lot of head lice sham-
poo will go a long way.
Have an upcoming event, healthconcern, or wellness tip you’d like
to hear about?
Contact [email protected] for future inclusion inour monthly Health and Wellness
Kate Towne Sherwin is a stay-at-home mom (SAHM) living inSaratoga Springs with her hus-band, Steve, and their sonsThomas (6), Gabriel (5), JohnDominic (3), and Xavier (1); theyexpect their fifth baby in January2012. She can be reached at [email protected].
• An estimated 800,000 children are reported missing every year in theUnited States. During 2009, more than 20,000 children were reported miss-ing in New York State, and 2,449 children were reported missing in the 11counties of the Capital Region.
• NCMEC/NY operates offices in Buffalo, Rochester and Utica. Having apresence in the Capital Region allows easier delivery of critical safety edu-cation programs to the children and adults within the eastern part of NewYork State.
• The Capital Region includes the state capital of Albany and all relatedNew York State offices are located within this region. These include theNew York State Missing and Exploited ChildrenClearinghouse and the New York StateDepartment of Criminal Justice Services (NYSDCJS).
• Requests for NCMEC education programswithin the Capital Region have increased signifi-cantly over the last four years, warranting a needfor localized service delivery that is cost effectiveand timely.
• There is a strong demand for training fromNCMEC that would be convenient to lawenforcement agencies located in the CapitalDistrict Region.
Stephen Kyne is a partner atSterling Manor Financial, LLC inSaratoga Springs, and can bereached at (518) 583-4040.
Q:
A:
Longer days, warmer weath-
er, time off from school - there's
a lot for a kid to enjoy about
summer. But for many young
people across the country, sum-
mer is a time of struggle.
The National Summer
Learning Association (NSLA)
states that most students lose
approximately two months of
grade level equivalency in math-
ematical computation skills over
the summer months. But for lower-
income students, the loss is often
greater. This achievement gap
between higher- and lower-income
youth can be attributed largely to
access to summer learning opportu-
nities and critical needs like healthy
meals.
What You Can Do:
Award-winning fashion designer
Tina Knowles, mother of superstars
Beyoncé and Solange Knowles, is
working with Walmart to inspire
others to help U.S. kids have a bet-
ter summer.
"I am very passionate about sup-
porting our youth. They are the
future," said Knowles. "It's truly a
blessing for me to work with
Walmart on this wonderful project
that contributes to nourishing young
people's bodies and minds."
Knowles is partnering with
Walmart through its Summer
Giving Campaign, which will pro-
vide $25 million in grants to organi-
zations like the National Recreation
and Park Association, YMCA of the
USA and NSLA. The funds will
give young people healthy meals
through summer feeding programs,
as well as access to summer learning
programs and job opportunities.
Knowles, whose "Miss Tina" line
of clothing is sold at select Walmart
stores and on Walmart.com, has also
shared tips for parents, grandparents
and other caregivers, so they can
help the kids in their care make the
most of summertime and get a head
Help Kids Make the
Most of Their Free Time
start on their futures:
Help your family eat healthy.
Cook with all the delicious fruits
and vegetables that are in season. If
you're having a hard time keeping
up with summer demands, find a
local summer feeding program in
your neighborhood. Summer feed-
ing sites feed children nutritious
lunches while promoting fun out-
door activities.
Keep your kids learning through-
out the summer. It is important to
make reading, writing and math a
part of their everyday activities.
• Have kids keep a journal of their
summer activities or write regular
letters to friends and family.
• Cooking together is a great way
to incorporate math into the every-
day routine. Talking to kids about
units of measurement, asking them
to help halve or double a recipe,
even letting younger kids keep track
of time are easy ways to develop
math skills.
If you have older kids, help them
get their first job. Summer jobs are a
productive way to prepare our teens
for their future, while keeping them
busy and out of trouble.
• Help them put together a
resumé. They may not have much
work experience, but they can
describe their accomplishments and
skills.
• Encourage them to dress appro-
priately and to apply for jobs in per-
son. Let them practice interviewing
with you and help them develop
questions for potential employers
about the job for which they are
applying.
You can learn more about
Walmart's Summer Giving
Campaign and other Walmart
Foundation initiatives, and find a
local volunteering opportunity at
www.walmart.com/fightinghunger.
- Article provided by FamilyFeatures; photo courtesy GettyImages
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by James Markwica, MS PT
for Saratoga TODAY
Aging and Exercise
Exercise and physical activity are
extremely important in the self
preservation of each and every indi-
vidual’s health, especially as one
enters into the ‘elderly’ population.
Promotion of your personal health
via exercise not only prevents phys-
ical deterioration, but mental and
emotional as well. Whether you are
entering into ‘senior’ status, or you
are a caregiver, establishment of a
daily routine that includes moderate
physical activity is vital.
Regular exercise and physical
activity lowers your risk and pre-
vents the development of disabili-
ties and diseases as you grow older.
Additionally, daily programs that
promote fitness also serve as treat-
ment to many chronic conditions
including arthritis, heart disease,
high blood pressure, diabetes and
balance disorders. Researchers
reported in 2003 in the Journal of
the American Medical Association
that “women who began walking a
mile a day after age 65 were about
half as likely to have died of heart
disease, cancer, or any cause com-
pared with their sedentary counter-
parts.”
So what can you do? The most
balanced weekly routine that would
ultimately promote the healthiest
outcome should include a combina-
tion of aerobic activity, strength
training and flexibility. Fortunately,
activities like Tai Chi overlap each
of these and can easily be done
within the home with a good video
that demonstrates multiple levels of
exercise competence. Additionally,
Tai Chi has been shown to improve
balance, flexibility and reduce falls.
But you don’t even need props,
weights or videos if you are into
other activities at your home.
Hoeing, weeding, raking and lift-
ing, as you would while tending
your yard and garden, or even shov-
eling your sidewalks and driveway
during the winter, are great physical
tasks that can promote health while
reducing boredom. They can deliv-
er aerobic benefits while strength-
ening bones and muscles through-
out your body.
A wonderful guide to a compre-
hensive daily exercise and physical
activity program is produced by the
National Institute on Aging. It easi-
ly outlines proper exercises that can
benefit everyone at all ages
Be sure to begin each exercise or
activity session with a warm-up that
includes some general stretching.
Remember that in your youth the
body is extremely flexible and elas-
tic in many ways, but over time, the
elastic properties of your tendons
and muscles slowly become some-
what plastic and thus more likely to
be injured. Your greatest chance at
minimizing your risk of injury dur-
ing exercise is by performing a
short warm-up and stretching
period.
The American Physical Therapy
Association recommends these sim-
ple tips for stretches and gentle
exercise that may help you maintain
your flexibility and strength sus-
taining your daily routine without
injury. 1. Don’t stretch too hard, too
fast. You’ll pay for it later with
muscle pain. 2. Avoid bouncing.
Maintain a gradual gentle pressure
when stretching. Five reps of 10-30
seconds is sufficient for most peo-
ple. 3. Move through a pain-free
ROM (range of motion) at a slow
and stable speed. 4. Don’t overdo it.
Typically 2-3 sets of 10 reps are a
good start when strengthening. 5.
Breathe! Exhale when straining,
inhale when returning to resting
position.
A few general but effective
stretches are:
“V” Exercise: Sitting in good
posture, begin with your arms
crossed across your lap and thumbs
pointing toward your hips. Then
raise your arms up to assume the
“V” shape. Hold and repeat again.
Calf Stretch: Standing up
straight at the kitchen sink, begin
with one leg behind and one for-
ward. Keeping the rear leg straight
and locked, move your hips for-
ward, bending the front knee while
keeping the rear foot flat on the
floor. Feel a gentle stretch up the
back of the leg.
Forward / Backward Bends:
Standing with feet apart and secure
balance, slowly lower your hands
down along your thighs reaching
for the floor. Pause and return to
standing erect. Then, with hands on
the back of your hips, slowly bend
backward a comfortable distance.
Pause and then return to standing
erect.
A few strengthening exercises
are:
Punches: Holding a light weight,
or even a can of vegetables, punch
forward alternating arms while sit-
ting or standing in good posture.
Sink Squats: Stand at the kitchen
sink and hold on. Place a chair
behind you for safety. Squat down
touching your rear to the chair and
raise back up.
Calf/Toe Raises: Again at the
sink, hold on while advancing up
onto your toes, and then back onto
your heels.
Continue to gradually increase
your sets and repetitions of each
exercise to increase your
endurance.
A couple balance activities are:
1. Stand on One Foot: Holding
onto a sturdy chair for 10 seconds
10 – 15 times on each leg.
2. Heel-Toe Walk: Walk down
your hallway Heel-to-Toe for 20
Steps. Do this for 5-10 times.
Always remember to warm-up,
drink lots of water, dress appropri-
ately if you are outside, check the
safety of any equipment you are
using, and keep your eyes open and
focused on the task you are
performing.
If you or someone you know suf-
fers progressive loss of strength,
flexibility, endurance or balance
you may benefit from a safely mon-
itored and comprehensive rehabili-
tation program. Consult with your
Physician first to see if a rehabilita-
tion program is necessary or if you
could benefit self guided independ-
ent routine. It is ill-advised to begin
any physical training program with-
out the approval of you physician.
James Markwica, MS PT is aNew York State Licensed PhysicalTherapist at LaMarco PhysicalTherapy, 417 Geyser Road inBallston Spa and 30 Gick Road inSaratoga Springs. For questionsof follow-up, contact James at 587-3256. Or online at www.lamar-copt.com.
HEALTH ft
Families TODAY SARATOGA
TODAYFriday, August 12, 201134
“WASTE PLEASE”
In an effort to start my days out
in a more peaceful, grounded way,
I have taken up the habit of a
morning power walk (more like
stroll) through our beautiful com-
munity. I find this daily morning
ritual has made a huge difference
in my state of mind and I love the
way the quiet morning sounds fill
my spirit and quiet my soul.
On one such morning I was
heading back into town, my coffee
cup almost empty, when I noticed
a sign painted on a very nice look-
ing garbage can on Broadway. The
sign read, “Waste Please.” I
stopped in my tracks and stared at
the sign. I read it over and over
again immediately sensing a deep-
er meaning in the message.
We think nothing of hauling out
our garbage to the trash and letting
it go. We don’t go through the
trash sniffing and looking for
things we have already tossed. We
bag it up, put it in the trash and let
it go.
How ridiculous would it be to
walk by trash cans and see people
going through each item sniffing
and holding onto their trash?
Yet, when it comes to our emo-
tional trash, we hang onto it and
bury it deep within the bottom of
the barrel ready to sniff and go
over it again and again. As I stood
staring at the sign “Waste Please,”
I could not help but think of the
way we store up tons of junk in our
trunks.
Regrets, mistakes, broken rela-
tionships, bad business ventures,
financial stress, traumatic child-
hood memories, low self
worth….the list can go on for
miles. Do we ever really throw
these things in the trash and honor
“Waste Please?” What do we real-
ly have to gain in holding onto our
emotional junk and replaying it
whenever we get the chance?
The fact is it’s difficult to let go
of painful emotional junk.
Sometimes we convince ourselves
that if we hold onto it long enough
the pain will disappear, or, even
more damaging, we believe hold-
ing on will lead to getting the
revenge and justification we
deserve in being wronged.
Dear friends, LET GO. Do not
spend another minute holding onto
past garbage. If you find yourself
going through the past repeatedly,
take the steps you need to dispose
of your junk in the receptacle
marked “WASTE PLEASE.”
The best way to work through
your emotional garbage can be
compared to cleaning out your
refrigerator.
Step I: Take Stock:
Take a good look around the
fridge. If you can’t see clearly,
notice your fridge comes with a
light to illuminate the dark areas.
If the salsa has mold on it there is
no way it is good anymore.
Anything with mold can make you
sick and immediately induce pro-
jectile hurl.
If you have mold in your heart,
acknowledge it and throw it out
immediately.
Likewise, trust the light in your
heart to point out the darker,
shadier areas that are difficult to
see.
Recognizing the toxicity of our
emotional junk empowers us to
move forward in a healthy way,
rather than burying something in
the back shelf of our hearts.
Step II: Clean Your Shelves:
Once you get a sense of how
many moldy expired items you
have in the fridge and have dis-
posed of them in the red biohazard
bag, grab a paper towel and refresh
your shelves.
Emotionally, this means doing
whatever you need to do to have
closure with your past garbage.
Surround yourself with the people,
places and things you love and
don’t go back to moldy salsa.
If you have to confront some
people about past hurts, pick up
the pen, phone or set up a face-to-
face meeting to do so. Recognize
that cleaning out your heart can
only lead to a lighter, free-er you,
emotionally, physically and
spiritually.
Step III: Purchase New Items:
You have now thrown out the
moldy expired items lurking in
your fridge and cleaned up the
shelves with some serious non-
hazardous product that leaves your
fridge smelling fresh and looking
sparkly.
You know what you need to
replenish the supply and you are
ready to restock the fridge.
Take the time you need to make
good choices about what is good
for YOU. Notice I did not say
what is good for your spouse, boss,
child, or pet. Focus on YOUR
emotional well-being. This will
only make you a better spouse,
employee, parent or pet owner.
Don’t spend time rehashing bad
choices or painful experiences.
Look at the new shelf space in
your heart and begin to fill it up
with good, pure, peaceful, beauti-
ful experiences that have meaning
and depth.
Resist the urge to revisit old
moldy salsa that only leaves you
feeling sick and nauseous.
Clearing out the junk in your
trunk is essential to experiencing
joy, love, peace and prosperity.
My hope is that you will always
remember the importance and
meaning of “WASTE PLEASE!”
Pass it on…
Wishing you a junk-free summer
season today and always!
Ms. Lemery is a psychothera-pist practicing in Glens Falls andSaratoga Springs, NY.
For more information or topurchase her first novel, “PleasePass the Barbie Shoes,” visitMeghanlemery.com
Meghan D. Lemery
LCSW-R
GIRL POWERHow to Make Your New Year of School the
Best One Ever!Please join me on Tuesday, August 23, 6 -7:15
p.m. for a workshop dedicated to helping our youngladies prepare for a phenomenal school year!
Topics Covered:• Friend Drama• Cliques• Academic Success• Body Image• Goal-Setting• Effective Problem Solving• Self Acceptance• Question and Answer Time
For more information, please email [email protected] will be held at Glens Falls office location, 101 Ridge St.
Getting Rid of the Junk inYour Trunk Once and For All!
Rev. Jason Proctor6 Burgoyne St., SchuylervilleContact: 695-6069Services: Sunday 10:45 a.m.
Assembly of God Saratoga
118 Woodlawn AveSaratoga Springs NY 12866518-584-6081Sunday Worship 10 a.m.Please come early for coffee at 9:45a.m.
Bacon Hill Reformed Church560 Route 32NBacon Hill, NYOffice phone: 695-3074Rev. Janet VincentWorship service 10 a.m.Sunday School 10 a.m.All are welcome.
Baha’i Community of Saratoga Springs
Contact: 584-9679; 692-7694; www.usbnc.org.
Ballston Center AssociateReformed Presbyterian Church
243 Main Street, CorinthContact: 654-2521; [email protected]: Sunday 10:30 a.m.
Cornerstone Community ChurchAssociate Pastor Paul Shepherdlocated in the Malta Commons of MaltaContact: 518-899-7001mycornerstonechurch.orgServices: Sundays at 10:30 a.m.
22 West High StreetBallston Spa, NYContact: 885-5583Services: Sunday at 10 a.m.
Grace Brethren ChurchRev. Dan Pierce137 W. Milton Road, Ballston SpaContact: 587- 0649Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Handicapped accessible.
Grace Community Church of Malta service locations
Wed. 7:30pm - Good TimesRestaurant, Lake Rd. 2nd FloorFri. Saratoga Chapel - 7:30 p.m.,corner of Eastline & Lake Rd.Sun. 10 a.m. - Comfort Suites,Clifton Park Northway EX. 11next to Chili's
Greater Grace Community Church
Pastor David Moore43 Round Lake Rd.Ballston Lake (Malta Mall)Contact: 899-7777; www.ggcc-malta.orgServices: Sunday 10 a.m.
Highway Tabernacle Church
90 River Road, MechanicvilleContact: 664- 4442.Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m.
Hope Church206 Greenfield Avenue, Ballston Spa
Contact: 885-7442.Services: Sunday 10 a.m.
Jonesville United Methodist
963 Main St., Clifton Park Contact: 877-7332.Services: Sunday 8:30 a.m. & 10:30a..m. Sunday School 9:30 a.m.
Living Springs Community Church
59 Pine Road, Saratoga SpringsContact: 584- 9112.Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m.
729 Malta Avenue Ext., Malta Contact: 581-0210.Services: Sunday 10 a.m.
Middle Grove United MethodistChurch
Pastor Bonnie Bates429 Middle Grove Rd.,Middle GroveContact: 518-581-2973Services: Sunday 9:00 a.m.Handicapped accessible
New Horizon Church150 Perry Road, Saratoga SpringsContact: 587-0711.Services: Sunday 9:30 a.m.
New Life Fellowship51 Old Gick Road,Saratoga Springs, NY 12866Contact: 518-580-1810;http://www.newlifeinsaratoga.org. Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m. - 12p.m. Childcare is available at all services.
48 Pearl St., SchuylervilleContact: www.oldsaratoga-reformedchurch.orgServices: Sunday at 10:30 a.m.Handicapped accessable.
Old Stone ChurchAffiliated with the American Baptist Churches159 Stone Church Rd., BallstonSpa, NY518-583-1002Sunday: 9 a.m. Adult SundaySchool10:30 a.m. Service11:45 a.m. Coffee and Fellowship in Living Stone HallWednesday: Noon Pot LuckLuncheon1 p.m. Choir rehearsal, 2 p.m. Bible Study Group
Pastor Jim Knapp466 Route 32 South, QuakerSpringsContact: 695-3101;www.qsumc.com Services: Sundays 9 a.m.Handicapped accessible.
River of Hope Fellowship100 Saratoga Village Blvd.Malta Commons, Suite 3Malta, NY 12020Contact: 881-1505;www.riverofhopefellowship.comServices: Sunday 10:00 a.m.
771 Route 29, Rock City FallsContact: (518) 893-7680;[email protected];www.rcda.org/churches/
St. Joseph’s ChurchServices: Sunday Mass 8:30 a.m.
St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church
149 Lake Avenue, Saratoga Springs Contact: 584-0904.Services: Saturday evening at 5 p.m. with Holy Communion.Sundays at 8:30 and 11 a.m. with Holy Communion.
Unitarian Universalist Congrega-tion of Saratoga Springs
624 North Broadway,Saratoga SpringsContact: 584-1555; www.saratoga-uu.org Services: 10 a.m.Religious education and nurserycare at the 10 a.m. service eachSunday
Unity Church in Albany21 King Avenue, AlbanyContact: (518) 453-3603: Services: Sunday, 9 a.m. and 11 a.m.
West Charlton United Presbyterian Church
Rev. Thomas Gregg, Pastor1331 Sacandaga Rd., West CharltonContact: 882-9874; www.westcharltonupc.orgServices: Sunday 10:30 a.m.
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See puzzle solutions on page 44
Gasoline Alley
Crazy, Stupid, Love
Cal Weaver (Steve Carrell) is happy in his marriage and dotes on
his two children. Jacob Palmer (Ryan Gosling) is dedicated to the
pursuit of one-night stands with beautiful women. And Hannah
(Emma Stone) is a soon-to-be lawyer in love with a man who her best
friend believes is beneath her, but who Hannah (Stone) is genuinely
hoping will propose. Weaver (Carrell) is blindsided when his wife of
more than 20 years, (played by Julianne Moore) confesses she’s been
unfaithful and wants a divorce.
We soon find Cal Weaver living in an apartment spending an inor-
dinate amount of time at a local pickup joint drinking heavily and repeatedly stating the par-
ticulars of his wife’s infidelity to the establishment’s clientele. This puts a serious crimp in
Jacob’s evening and so he offers his advice and services as a life coach, of sorts. Meanwhile,
he’s made several overtures to Hannah only to be rejected every time.
I’ll admit, there are few moments where the characters find themselves in situations so
embarrassing, that I can’t bear to watch. That said, this is easily the best comedy I’ve seen this
summer, and perhaps this year. Good premise, great characters, and amazing twists you do not
see coming. Loved it. 8.3 out of 10
Movie Review
At The MoviesWith
Trey Roohan
SARATOGA SPRINGS - Over 300 guests were treated to a night of racing and screen stars all coming together
for an excellent cause at the Equine Advocates Gala at the Saratoga Springs City Center on Thursday, August 4.
Two-time Emmy and Tony Award-winning actress, Bebe Neuwirth, presented the Ellen and Herbert Moelis
Equine Savior Award for Philanthropy to Arlington Park Chairman Richard L. Duchossois.
The event was co-chaired this year
by Julie Bonacio, along with actress
and horsewoman Bo Derek. Ms.
Derek, a past honoree herself, pre-
sented the Bo Derek Award of Merit
to leading jockey Kent Desormeaux.
Equine Advocates founder Susan
Wagner reported that she was grati-
fied by both the turnout for the event,
and the generous pledges and silent
auction bids which should yield over
$225,000. Equine Advocates is an
equine protection organization
founded in 1996. In its 15 years, it
has rescued thousands of equines,
including horses, ponies, donkeys
and mules from slaughter, abuse and
neglect.
SARATOGA SPRINGS –
Deborah Friedson is an author and
artist from Niskyuana. Her book,
"The Woman with the Elephant
Heart...A Journey of Healing and
Self-Discovery," is now in its fifth
printing. This book, along with her
prints and original paintings are on
display at Symmetry Gallery, 348
Broadway in Saratoga Springs,
through the month of August.
Ms. Friedson describes her book
as “…the story of my personal journey to healing and self-discovery
depicted through the paintings I have created. The book entices the read-
er to feel and relate to the images and writing nestled in the figurative
heart.”
“My experiences with my son’s diagnosis of cystic fibrosis and my
own head injury and the resulting painful movement disorder dystonia
have been the catalyst for creating “The Woman with the Elephant
Heart.” Twenty percent of the purchase price of the book will be donated
to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Additionally, Ms. Friedson founded
Elephant Heart Charities in 2007, which
donates books, prints and artwork to 15 chari-
ties, most of which are located locally.
Her works are a testament to the joy
achieved when facing pain and overcoming
life’s challenges. Ms. Friedson notes that “This
is a story of hope and kinship for the life jour-
neys that too many women feel they are walk-
ing alone.”
- For more information, visitwww.elephantheart.net
SARATOGA
TODAY Friday, August 12, 2011 PULSE 39
Equine Advocates Gala
Final 2011 Performances of Philadelphia Orchestra this Weekend!SARATOGA SPRINGS – The final
weekend of The Philadelphia
Orchestra’s three-week residency at
SPAC will have two rousing perform-
ances featuring Broadway stars,
Tchaikovsky and fireworks!
Tickets are available at www.spac.org,
by calling (518) 584-9330, or at SPAC’s
Route 50 box office.
Program Highlights:
Ashley Brown, Broadway Star of
‘Mary Poppins’ – Friday, August 12
Broadway stars Ashley Brown, who
originated the award-winning role of
Mary Poppins on Broadway, and Ryan
Silverman, fresh off of Broadway and
Vegas performances of ‘The Phantom of
the Opera,’ bring their sensational voic-
es and stage presence to a Broadway to
Hollywood musical tribute featuring fresh arrangements of music from ‘Wicked,’ ‘Jersey
Boys,’ ‘Ragtime,’ ‘West Side Story’ and ‘Titanic’ among others.
Tchaikovsky Spectacular - Saturday, August 13
Tchaikovsky’s magnificent ‘1812 Overture’ is performed with all the splendor and fanfare
that only The Philadelphia Orchestra can deliver. A Pre-Show on the lawn features a display of
live cannons and a living history military encampment. A fireworks finale ends the season.
Artist Finds Joy and Hope through Life’s Challenges
Image Provided“Spirit” by Deborah Friedson
Deborah FriedsonExhibit through
August 31
Symmetry Gallery
348 Broadway,
Saratoga Springs
(518) 584- 5090
symmetrygallery.com
Honoree Kent Desormeaux and Rosie Higgins Honoree Richard L. Duchossois
Award Presenter Bebe Neuwirth Co-chair Bo DerekPhotos by Cathy Duffy for MarkBolles.com
SARATOGA
TODAYFriday, August 12, 201140 PULSE Silver Anniversary Gala at National Museum of Dance
SARATOGA SPRINGS – On Saturday Evening, August 6, a smart and
festive gathering came together at the National Museum of Dance for its
25th Anniversary Gala. The special guest of honor was Ms. Ann-Margret,
who received a Lifetime Achievement Award.
Also honored for their 25 years of service to the museum were Marylou
Whitney and the Swyer Family, on behalf of Lewis A. Swyer. The audience
was treated to performances by MOMIX, a company of dancer-illusionists
known internationally for presenting work of inventiveness and physical
beauty, and the American Ballet Theatre, which has presented the finest in
classical and contemporary dance on the world’s greatest stages.
Chairpersons for the Silver Anniversary Gala were Marylou Whitney and
John Hendrickson. Michele Riggi, board president at the National Museum
of Dance, was the gala chairwoman.
All Photos: MarkBolles.com
Actor John James and wifeDenise
Ed Swyer speaks about his father,National Museum of Dance co-founder Lewis A. Swyer
Leslie Valencia and Steven Olson
Performances by MOMIX and the American Ballet Theatre
Gala Chairwoman Michele Riggiand Ann-Margret
Ray Martin and Katie Roeder
Ann-Margret
SARATOGA
TODAY Friday, August 12, 2011 PULSE 41
Genius and Imagination: Avant Garde Trisha Brown Dance Company
SARATOGA SPRINGS – The silken, fluid movement and choreo-
graphic imagination of legendary choreographer Trisha Brown will illu-
minate SPAC’s stage on Tuesday, August 16 at 8 p.m. in a program of
three brilliant works by the Trisha Brown Dance Company. The program
includes Brown’s multi-media masterpiece “Glacial Decoy” set against
Robert Rauschenberg’s iconic photography of classic Americana.
The Trisha Brown Dance Company will also be offering a modern
master class at the National Museum of Dance’s School of the Arts on
Monday, August 15 from 6:30 - 8 p.m. Registration costs $25 and reser-
vations are highly recommended. Tickets for the SPAC performance are
$30.
Tickets for both events are available at www.spac.org, by calling (518) 584-9330, or at SPAC’s Route 50 box
office.
“Trisha Brown’s impact on the dance world has been incalculable; it is a privilege to welcome the company to
SPAC’s stage to perform as part of their 40th Anniversary season,” said Marcia J. White, SPAC president and exec-
utive director.
An icon of contemporary dance, Trisha Brown was a founding member of the revolutionary Judson Dance
Theater, a groundbreaking collective of choreographers who gave birth to the postmodern dance movement.
Rejecting the technical and thematic structures that ruled modern dance at the time, Brown found the extraordinary
in everyday movement. She developed and presented her groundbreaking style, which included dance in public and
non-traditional spaces and dance performed without music, through her own dance company which she founded in
1970.
The company will present:
- “L’Amour au theater”: Brown’s latest work is accompanied by sections of Rameau’s opera “Hippolyte et
Aricie,” and set against a backdrop of Brown’s own artwork.
- “Glacial Decoy”: Considered a modern masterpiece, this work features a gorgeous rush of entrances and exits
set against moving projections of Robert Rauschenberg images of classic Americana.
- “Foray Forêt” (“Forest Foray”): Robert Rauschenberg costumes with a metallic-gold finish and light-catch-
ing design illuminate this work. This is a silent work with the exception of the sounds of a marching band. Of spe-
cial note: 16 local high school band students from Galway High School will be performing in this presentation.
The program will be preceded by a 7:30 p.m. “Curtain Talk” by art curator and historian Susan Rosenberg, who
will discuss the works and vision of Trisha Brown. This is free for ticketholders in the amphitheatre.
- Master Class at Museum of Dance and Performance of three Masterworks at SPAC
- Galway High School Band Members to Perform in “Foray Forêt”
Photo Provided
“Foray Forêt” - Trisha Brown Dance Company
SARATOGA SPRINGS- An extremely popular Irish folk music band in the 1980s is reuniting for a lim-
ited number of reunion shows. Donnybrook Fair is composed of Davy McDonnell, Jeff Strange and Kevin
McKrell – each of them went on to develop accomplished music careers as soloists and/or with other bands
that continue to this day.
Donnybrook Fair will be returning to one of the venues where their original popularity was formed – The
Parting Glass (40-42 Lake Avenue, Saratoga Springs) on Thursday, August 18, for two shows at 7 and 9:30
p.m. The cover charge is $20 and reservations are recommended. Phone the Parting Glass at (518) 583-
1916 for more information.
- Arthur Gonick
Donnybrook Fair Reunion Show at Parting Glass
Photos Provided
L to R: Donnybrook Fair: back in the day, and today
Trunk Show at Saratoga Trunk Tuesday, August 9 benefits Jake's Help from HeavenPhotos by MarkBolles.com Below: Brian Straughter, co-founder of Jake's Help from Heaven, surrounded by lovliness at Saratoga Trunk
Jr. NBA Gears Up at Gavin ParkWILTON - Gavin Park’s highly
successful youth basketball
league is gearing up for another
great season of Jr. NBA, a recre-
ational program for boys and
girls grades 2 - 10. All skill lev-
els, including beginners, are wel-
come, and everyone is promised
to receive equal playing time.
Jr. NBA was developed in the
fall of 2000 as an instructional
program with only 20 children.
It has since grown into a multiple
division league with more than
280 participants.
The league is divided into four
grade groups: grades 2-3, grades
4-5, grades 6-7, and grades 8-10
(based upon the grade the child is
in for the 2010-2011 school
year). Placement dates for each
age group will be held October
12-15. Games and practice times
are NOT determined until
October 16. Practice begins the
week of October 18 and will be
held once a week thereafter, on
the same night and time, for one
hour. Assigned practice times run
from 5 - 8:30 p.m. Games begin
the week of November 6 and are
held on Saturdays, ending
February 5th. All games will
take place at Gavin Park.
Registration for Wilton resi-
dents is going on now. Non-resi-
dents can register beginning
September 27. The deadline to
register is October 8. The cost is
$100 for Wilton residents and
$130 for non-residents, which
includes a full uniform.
Gavin Park is located at 10
Lewis Drive, Saratoga Springs.
You can register in person, at
Gavin Park, or by mail.
Registration forms can be
obtained on the town’s website,
www.townofwilton.com, using
check, money order, or credit
card (MasterCard or VISA).
For more information, please
call (518) 584-9455.
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Tim Stauffer
NEW YORK - Saratoga
Catholic alumnus Tim Stauffer
made his professional pitching
debut in New York Monday,
August 8, leading his Padres
from the mound against the New
York Mets. Despite a rocky open-
ing for the Spa City native,
Stauffer's team appeared to be in
good shape with an 8-4 lead in
the eighth inning, but a late Mets'
surge in the ninth denied Stauffer
the win. The Mets came from
behind to claim the victory, 9-8,
handing Stauffer a no-decision
for the game.
Stauffer backed himself into
trouble early in the game, allow-
ing Angel Pagan, Jason Bay, and
later David Wright to each homer
for the Mets, who built a quick
lead. It was the first time since
2007 that Stauffer has allowed
three homers in a game. Only
eight home runs were hit this sea-
son against Stuaffer prior to
Monday night.
Stuaffer pitched through seven
innings, allowing 6 hits, 4 earned
runs, 1 walk, 3 strikeouts and 3
home runs.
The Padres rallied from a 4-1
deficit with a 3-run sixth, fol-
lowed by a 4-run eighth inning to
take the late lead. Stauffer was
relieved at the start of the eighth,
but his bullpen was unable to
contain a resilient Mets team.
New York scored twice in the
bottom of eighth and thrice in the
bottom of the ninth to snag the
win.
BALLSTON SPA - Ballston
Spa High School graduate
Ryan Allen competed in the
2011 World Rowing Junior
Championships in Eton,
England, August 3-6, becom-
ing the first Saratoga Rowing
Association representative to
compete in the junior world
games.
Allen joined his fellow
statesmen on the American
team during the men's single
sculls event, competing against
rowers from 50 other
countries.
Manning the bow, Allen and
team waded into Dorney Lake,
(a World Championship course
that will host the 2012 Olympic
competitions) August 6 for the
JM1x Semifinal match. With a
time of 7:30.45 over the 2,000
meter race, the U.S. placed
sixth after Kazakhstan, Tunisia,
Lithuania, South Africa and
Mongolia, qualifying for the D-
class finals.
In the finals, Allen helped to
row his team to a third place
finish, just seconds behind first
place South Africa (7:24.00)
and China (7:27.13) with a time
of 7:27.98 for the 2,000 meter
course.Stuaffer's record for the season
stands at 7-8. His total numbers
for the year include 150 innings
pitched, 154 hits, 55 runs, 51
earned runs, 40 walks and 107
strikeouts, with an ERA of 3.06.
by Daniel Schechtman
Saratoga TODAY
photos by Cathy Duffy for MarkBolles.comLeft: Horses are led from the Fasig-Tipton stables to the Finney Pavilion forauction.Right: Huge crowds gather at Fasig-Tipton Tuesday night to partake in thesecond night of bidding action.
SARATOGA
TODAY Friday, August 12, 2011 SPORTS 47
Adirondack Dreams
Continued from page 1Sheikh Mohammed purchased six
yearlings Monday night for a total of
$4,125,000; on Tuesday the sheikh
added another six horses to his stables
for an additional $3,905,000. In total,
Sheikh Mohammed bid $8,030,000
over the two-day sale, topping last
year’s figure of $6,445,000.
Total numbers for the entire year-
ling sales event were up over last
year, with gross sales totaling in at
$32,892,340 for the 103 yearlings
sold (29 yearlings went unsold over
the two day period). While compared
to last year’s total of $32,515,340
spent (a difference of $377,000), the
103 yearlings sold brought in an aver-
age price of $319,340, jumping
$43,789 over last year’s average price
of $275,551. Last year’s auction sold
118 yearlings, as compared to the 103
sold this year.
On Monday, the yearling
Superfection, who is a half-brother to
the Kentucky Derby winner Super
Saver, was the night’s highest-priced
horse to cross the auction
floor. Sired by Medaglia
d’Oro and the A.P. Indy
mare Supercharger,
Superfection is also the
half-brother of Grade 3
winner Brethren, whose
bloodline can be traced
back to Girolamo,
D a y d r e a m i n g ,
Accelerator, Bluegrass
Cat and Rhythm. After an
opening bid of $200,000,
the price on Superfection
grew in leaps and bounds
until a bid from John
Ferguson at $1.2 million beat out the
competition.
Other highlights from the first
night of sales included three yearlings
all from the sire Bernardini, who after
Superfection were the next highest-
priced horses to sell. The top
Bernardini yearling, out of Grade 1
winner Sugar Shake, was sold to
bloodstock agent John McCormack
for $950,000. Ferguson purchased the
second highest-priced horse sold for
$775,000 to bloodstock agent Dale
Romans, a colt sired by Unbridled
Song out of Dream Supreme.
Ferguson bid an additional $750,000
for another Bernardini yearling (out
of Cologny), as well as $625,000 for
a colt sired by Street Cry out of Dance
Swiftly.
The leading sires for the two-day
event proved to be none other than
Medaglia d’Oro and Bernardini. A
total of 13 Bernardini yearlings were
sold for $7,075,000, averaging
$544,231 per horse. Medaglia d’Oro
sired seven of the yearlings sold at the
auction, totaling $4,085,000 in sales
with an average price of $583,571.
The Fasig-Tipton sales for the New
York Bred Preferred Yearlings will
unfold Saturday, August 13-14,
beginning at 7 p.m.
Fasig-Tipton Sales
next two Bernardini yearlings on
behalf of Sheikh Mohammed, includ-
ing a $750,000 bid for one horse out
of the mare Mountain Mambo, and
$600,000 spent on a filly out of
Nataliano. On Tuesday, Sheikh
Mohammed continued his pursuit of
the Bernardini bloodline, topping the
sales charts with another high bid of
$1.2 million for the yearling, who is a
half-brother to Havre de Grace. The
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