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JUNE 2011

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Sample over 100 different beers from 40 plus craft breweries while enjoyinglive music from Central NY based rootsrock powerhouse Tribal Revival and localfavorite The Rodeo Barons. Deliciousfood will also be available for purchasefrom a variety of local vendors!

Every participant will receive a 5ozsouvenir glass, beer samples and anevent guide to mark off the beers yousample and add your own samplingnotes.

Tickets are available online atwww.saratogabrewfest.com enter theword PARADE at checkout and receive$5.00 off the ticket.

Purchase tickets at any one of theselocal establishments ($5 discount notavailable): The Local in Saratoga Springs,The Factory Eatery and Spirits in BallstonSpa, Charlton Tavern in Charlton, VanDyke in Schenectady, and Hoosick StreetBeverage Center in Troy.

Ellms Family Farm448 Charlton Rd Ballston Spa

June 18, 2011 • 3-7pmA portion of the proceeds from Saratoga Brewfest 2011 will goto benefit Saratoga P.L.A.N.-Preserving Land and Nature.


Great Nations survive only if thestrength and will of the people whoformed the Nation are preserved byfuture Generations. As Americanswe preserve our ancestor's intent bycelebrating our traditions. Springand summer are filled with traditions,Memorial Day, Flag Day, Father's Day, and Independence Day; allholidays that are entrenched in American Tradition. As the daysgrow longer and the holidays fly by don't forget to take the time toreflect on why we celebrate our traditions. Memorial Day was officially proclaimed on May 5, 1868 byGeneral John Logan, national commander of the Grand Army ofthe Republic, in his General Order No. 11, and was first observedon May 30, 1868, when flowers were placed on the graves of Unionand Confederate soldiers at Arlington National Cemetery. The firststate to officially recognize the holiday was New York in 1873. Flag Day is celebrated on June 14. It commemorates the adoptionof the flag of the United States, which happened that day byresolution of the Second Continental Congress in 1777.Father's Day, a holiday which honors fathers worldwide, iscelebrated in the United States on the third Sunday of June. Itoriginated in the United States in 1910, a few years after thecountry began celebrating Mother's Day. Father's Day became anofficial U.S. holiday in 1972.Independence Day, commonly known as the Fourth of July,commemorates the adoption of the Declaration of Independenceon July 4, 1776, declaring independence from the Kingdom ofGreat Britain. During the American Revolution, the legalseparation of the Thirteen Colonies from Great Britain actuallyoccurred on July 2, 1776, when the Second Continental Congressvoted to approve a resolution of independence that had beenproposed in June by Richard Henry Lee of Virginia. From theoutset, Americans celebrated independence on July 4, the dateshown on the much-publicized Declaration of Independence,rather than on July 2, the date the resolution of independence wasapproved in a closed session of Congress.As we bask in the warm weather and enjoy the parades andfireworks of the summer let's remember why we celebrate as we do.Our celebrations are our way to pass on to the next generation whatmade our country great. Don't forget to pay respect to those whosacrificed in order to make this country the nation it is today. Passthat respect on to your children; they will thank you for it whenthey become old enough to understand what a great nation theywere born into. Be sure tell your family you love them.Cheryll & Paul

WHAT OUR EXPERTS ARE SAYING...Amy Aldrich, State Farm Insurance - Seven Strategies For Saving

Burnt Hills Optical - Sunwear Lens Options

CD Landscaping- Bring your exterior surfaces back to life

Cheap Geek - Information on Surge Protectors

Chris Nyhan, Edward Jones - “Munis" Can Still Work for You - Even in Tough Times

Locust Grove Designs - Transform Your Home In An Afternoon

Dr. Roy Oyangen, DMD - Patient Appreciation Day - July 15th

Precise Fitness - 5 Ways to Eat Too Much

Pro-Cut Landscaping - A Beautiful Landscape may be closer than you think.

ABOUT THE PARADE...A special thank you to The Town of Ballston, Charlie Morris and all the businesses advertising inside the Parade Section of the paper -see pages 15-22!

The money from these ads is what pays for the parade overhead... Without these local businesses there wouldn’t be a parade or fireworks! Their generosity covers the cost of security, bands, transportation, cleanupand fireworks.

Remember that when you go to buy something – Shop local, put your money where your house is!

Comments and Input – Paul and Cheryll 280.5260Advertising – Cheryll [email protected] or 265.1105Photography – Paul [email protected] Design – Karen Garrison [email protected] or 883.3872

A message from

Benefit Run for Devon LaPrade, Age 14

Rain or ShineSaturday July 9, 2011

Rolling Stone, Route 50 Burnt Hills.Devon, son of Michelle DeLorenzo and David LaPrade Sr. was

diagnosed with DIPG, the rarest of pediatric brain tumors.Kickstands up at Noon with stops at Dolphins Cove, The BadPig &The Sawmill before returning to the Rolling Stone. Live

Entertainment, Food, 50/50 Raffle and other Raffles.$20 donation / $30 with passenger

Call (518) 817-8271 for more information


Sam's Chinese Restaurant is a family owned and locally operated businessthat features authentic Chinese cuisine prepared by skilled chefs andexperienced staff. Owner, Sam, and wife, Ling, first opened their Burnt Hillsrestaurant in the summer of 1997, but both have been in the business for over20 years. To this day, Sam's continues to offer friendly service and excellentquality cuisine.Here you can enjoy our extensive menu that includes Szechuan, Cantonese, andHunan inspired dishes that we know will provide a flavorful and satisfying diningexperience.We offer a host of other options of appetizers, soups, and vegetariandishes as well. With a wide variety of carefully prepared dishes and homemaderecipes, we're sure that you'll find more than enough to choose from.We are well-suited for all types of seating - parties both large and small. Comejoin us in a bright and lively atmosphere for a casual dining experience, aspecial occasion, or even just to unwind at our full-service bar. Pair up any ofour popular dishes, including Pan Fried Noodles, Dragon and Phoenix, RoastDuck, or Seafood Delight, with a Mai Tai, Scorpion Bowl, Tsingtao beer, orPlum Wine. You can be sure to find an authentic Chinese experience fit for theentire family!

GEEK TIPOF THE MONTHWith the thunderstorm weather heading our way, I decided to give some info about surgeprotectors.

Computers, printer, stereo equipment and TV sets have internal circuits sensitive to voltage fluctuations and are often protected by surge protectors. Surge Protectors are designed to trap the excessive voltage that occurs due to power spikes. As more surges are diverted, the surge protectors life span shortens, and failurebecomes imminent. Most surge protectors will continue to function as apower strip, even though the surge trap mechanism may have beendestroyed by the power spike. This presents two possible dangers:

1) If another power surge should occur, it can damage the equipment or appliances that are plugged into this surge protector, and

2) If sufficient voltage passes through the surge protector due to a secondpower spike, a resistant short may have been formed, allowing heating to occur and a fire to ignite.

Everybody knows that computers and other expensive electronicequipment should be protected by a surge protector. What many people do not know is that not every surge protector is the same, and that ALLsurge protectors, regardless of their price, wear out after a period of time.

Surge protectors tend to fall into two categories – inexpensive (less than$20) and expensive (more than $20).

As a general rule, the more you spend the better off you will be. Of coursethere are exceptions, but typically you should buy a more expensive surgeprotector to protect more expensive electronics. However, after you cross the $50 threshold, surge protectors are pretty much all the same.Some surge protectors have a “protected” light, but often times this lightis just a plain old LED that will remain lit as long as power flows throughthe strip.

Keep in mind, that even if your surge protector has shielded you from onlyone surge, the protector is now damaged slightly. The purpose of a surgeprotector is to take the electrical beating so your $3,000 plasma TV doesn’thave to. You should have surge protectors on any piece of electronicequipment you don’t want to have to replace any time soon.

If you can’t remember the last time you replaced your surge protector, it isprobably time to do so.

When the surge protector or plug strip is not in use, unplug the cord fromthe power source, especially this time of year. Another tip is to tie knots inyour power cord to possibly prevent surges from damaging yourequipment. This may or may not work..but it certainly can't hurt!

Come see us in the BH-BL Flag Day parade on Thursday June 9th.

As always... safe computing!

Maggie Faltskog, Cheap Geek Computer Services 399-8886


5 TOP WAYS TO EAT TOO MUCHEach day you make well over 200 decisions about food,according to Brian Wansink, PH.D. in his book, MindlessEating. Your weight is the sum total of your past fooddecisions.According to Wansink, overeating can be greatlyreduced simply by removing the cues in yourenvironment that cause you to overeat. He goes on to

explain the top 5 Diet Danger Zones and the solutions for each:1. The Meal Stuffer: At mealtime you really stuff yourself. You cleaneverything off your plate, eat quickly and often go back for seconds. Fill halfof your plate with vegetables and the other half with protein and starch.Eat slower so your appetite can catch up with what you've already eaten.Pre-plate your food and then put the rest out of reach.2. The Snack Grazer: You eat whatever food is within reach. You can't walkpast a candy dish without dipping in. Chew gum throughout your day toavoid mindless munching. Never eat directly from a package. Keep a widevariety of fruits and vegetables on hand instead.3. The Party Binger: Whenever you attend a social event where the mainattraction is food, you eat without stopping. Stay more than an arm's lengthaway from the buffet or snack bowls. Put only two food items on your plateduring each trip to the table. Make yourself feel full by eating the bighealthy stuff first, like broccoli and carrots.4. The Restaurant Indulger: You eat out at least three times a week. Askyour waiter to remove the bread basket from the table. Before you eat, askyour waiter to box half of your entrée to take home. Skip the appetizermenu and instead start your meal with a side salad.5. The Desktop (or Dashboard) Diner: You like to multi-task by eating atyour desk or on the go. Pack a healthy lunch and bring it with you. Stockyour work area with healthy protein-filled snacks. Drink plenty of waterthroughout the day. Turn off the computer or pull your car over while youeat.Would you like to expedite your fitness and weight loss results? Call oremail today to get started on a fitness program that will quickly transformyour body.Remember, while nutrition is vitally important for weight loss, true resultsare achieved through a combination of both nutrition and challenging,progressive exercise.

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STAY TUNEDwith Paul Hill

All good things must come to anend, however endings can begreat beginnings as well. Aftermany years docked on LakeGeorge in Dunham's Bay, webecame accustomed to seeingthe distant lights of the Lac duSaint Sacrement gliding by thebay on her evening voyage upinto the narrows. We took manyphotos of the morning fogburning off the glassy waters andthe sunrise reflecting off thedistant mountains while thesmell of bacon and coffee pouredout of the hatch of our neighbor's boat. Often times we would travel upinto the narrows to spend the day at Red Rock, or clip onto a ball inSandy Bay or just float down the village docks and hang out with thefolks who regularly met there.

That was our weekends away, a break from the day to day routines,work, mowing the lawn and all the “duties” that occupy our time. Thisyear was to be different, reality set in and we realized that the returnfrom our investment into being an hour away from home with risinggas prices as well as the base cost of just “being there” didn't add up.Over the winter we started the process of seeking out a new locationwhere we could escape to, only closer and more cost effective. Weended up with an opportunity to buy a seasonal dock at the

Schenectady Yacht Club, about 5miles from home or better said, about8 minutes from our front door andvery little gas. Our reluctance was soon met with great relief; thingswere looking good, the dock that wasbig enough, shore power available,clean showers and a real niceswimming pool. Our first weekendthere was highlighted with friendlyfaces of folks who share our love forthe boating lifestyle.We chatted about the prospect ofbeing part of a flotilla of boatsheaded down to NYC or up to LakeChamplain or to travel through the locks of the Erie Canal out to the

Finger Lakes of Central NY, the opportunities are endless.

Over the Memorial Day weekend we had just broken away fromchatting with a couple of guys that I went to high school with BillDuncan and Lee Pooler and their wives, Holly and Barb (I haven't seenthem since 1968) when we were treated to fireworks just over the treeline in Rexford, in full view, we had front row seats! This is going to bea great year.

As I said in the beginning, we had to close the door on a place thatprovided us with some very impressive memories and good friends thatwe will miss, however I'm quite sure now that the journey is far fromover and only the beginning as we sail into new waters with new sightsto see. This is the stuff memories are made from, STAY TUNED.

On May 28th, 2011 Bethany Jo Wurster & Justin Michael Ives

were united as one in marriage.

Noah August Ives brought them together as a family, their hearts brought them together as Man and Wife.


"MUNIS" CAN STILL WORK FOR YOU - EVEN IN TOUGH TIMEI think it is reasonable to say that our stategovernment may be having some difficulty balancingits budget. As a citizen, you're probably concernedabout how this situation will affect your life and yourcommunity. But as an investor, you may also wonder

how this might affect any municipal bonds or “munis” you own.Fortunately, the outlook might be brighter than you think.Of course, taken to the extreme, the challenges of some state and localgovernments nationwide could conceivably affect their ability to fulfill theobligations on their bonds. But investment-grade quality municipal bonddefault rates historically have been very low - usually measured as a fractionof a percent. As we know, municipalities are cutting spending, eliminatingprograms and, in some cases, raising taxes or fees. In short, they are takingsteps that, while painful to residents, are likely to help them continue makingtimely payments of interest and principal on their municipal bond obligations.Furthermore, municipalities must still fund various projects, and even onebond payment default could impact their future ability to borrow money.So are munis right for you? The answer depends on your situation - yourgoals, need for investment income, current investment mix, risk toleranceand so on. But if you want to receive interest payments that are exemptfrom federal taxes, you may well be interested in exploring municipal bonds.Keep in mind, though, that municipal bonds from outside NY may be subjectto AMT, state or local taxes.In addition, you'll want to be familiar with “taxable-equivalent yield” orTEY. Typically, a municipal bond makes a payment that's lower than that ofa taxable bond. But, since this interest is federal tax-free, you actually getto keep more of what you earn. The TEY measures the rate you would needto earn on a taxable bond to get the same income as a tax-exempt bond.The higher your tax bracket, the higher your taxable-equivalent yield.Keep in mind that, before investing in bonds, you should understand therisks involved, including interest rate, credit, and market risk. Bondinvestments are subject to interest rate risk such that when interest ratesrise, the prices of bonds can decrease, and you could lose principal value ifthe investment is sold prior to maturity. It's best to discuss municipal bondswith your financial and tax advisors.By adding quality municipal bonds to your portfolio, you can show faith inyour municipality, your investment dollars can help support worthwhileprojects in your area, and you receive a steady source of tax-exempt income.

This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. Christopher Nyhan is a

Financial Advisor with Edward Jones in Burnt Hills, NY.He serves as President of the BH-BL BPA and the BH-BL Rotary

Club. He can be reached at 399-5087 [email protected].


JUNE SCHEDULE

LOCAL LORE

518-399-8174 E-mail: [email protected]

LIBRARY HOURSMonday -Thursday 10AM - 8PM

Friday 10AM - 5PMSaturday 10AM - 2PM Closed Sunday

ONLINEhttp://catalog.sals.edu or http://toblibrary.sals.edu

YOUTH SERVICEShttp://toby.sals.edu

E-mail: [email protected]

CAMP HALF BLOOD WINS AWARDThe Town of Ballston Community Library won Southern Adirondack Library System's 2010Program of the Year Award for our Camp Half Blood Overnight. This award was given to theLibrary for providing an innovative program that attracted teens and brought togethercommunity organizations.At our Camp Half Blood Overnight teens in Grades 6 - 8 spent the night at the Libraryimmersed in the world of Percy Jackson. We played laser tag, learned about Greek Mythologyand Ancient Greece, held a Percy Jackson Trivia Contest and more. The event was madepossible through the collaboration of Library Staff, the Friends of the Library, Girl Scout Troop#135 and Pizza Works of Burnt Hills.

JUNE PROGRAMSMeet Author James Howard Kunstler and discuss his book "World Made by Hand," withthe library book club on Wednesday, June 8th (note: new date) at 7PM.Historian in Residence at the Library: Come visit with town historian Rick Reynolds, askquestions, learn about the town! He will be here from 6:30-8PM on Wednesday, June 15th.One World, Many Stories: Summer Reading Program Sign Up begins on Saturday, June 25th.Mrs. Darling will be visiting all of the BH-BL elementary schools during the month of June andflyers will be coming home with your children.

LIBRARY CLOSED - JUNE 9THThe library will close at 5PM on Thursday, June 9th, to make room for the Flag Day Parade.Look for us in the parade, celebrating the NYS Summer Reading Program Theme - One World,Many Stories.Find us online at http://toblibrary.sals.edu and sign up to receive our weekly e-newsletter.

Being fascinated with history, I wantto share this interesting story about“Devil's Lane” and how it got itsname.There are variations on it and,of course, no one knows for surewhat the "real" story is - but this isthe lore that has been passed on formany years.Angus McDearmid, in the late1700's, had been kicked out ofScotland with four days noticebecause he had offended an Earl,lived at what is now the corner ofHop City Road and Devil's Lane inBallston. McDearmid was a crustyold man and not at all a churchgoerlike many of the people in the townat that time was.McDearmid was “visited” by British troops in 1780. They were looking torid the town of the Rebels who were causing the British trouble. Theystopped at the McDearmid house to get directions but probably did not getmuch information there. However, the British troops were amazed at whatthey saw in the house: Mrs. McDearmid was using something they hadnever seen-a spinning wheel. As they watched her in amazement, the floorfell out from under them and they all ended up in the “basement.” They

then picked themselves up and wentabout their business.In 1782, shortly after the RevolutionaryWar was over, he went searching for a lost cow in a terribly violentthunderstorm. As he searched, he sawabove him “a large, black monstrousapparition, with a slouch hat [felt hatwith a wide brim], cloven [Satan wascloven-footed, divided into two partsat its extremity] hoof and eyes on firein a pale face with a smell of sulfur."He ran home, being totally sure he hadseen the devil. He made a vow to his wife that night that he would gosign up at the church in the morning and become a faithful churchgoerthereafter. And he did just that: he

went to church regularly from that point on!And it is because of what McDearmid saw that Devil's Lane got its name!Now, of course, there are many questions. Had McDearmid been "into thesauce" a bit that night? Did he just see lightning and its reflections? Ordid he really see the devil? We will never know for sure! Credits and thanksto Rick Reynolds and the Town of Ballston Historian's Office for providingthis historical account.


SUNWEAR LENS OPTIONSSummer is on upon us, and I am optimistic thesun WILL break through the clouds eventually!And when it does, I hope you all have yourfavorite pair of sunglasses ready to wear. Ifyou are a first-time buyer of sunglasses, youmay find yourself confused by some of theterms used. Photochromatic (Transitions)lenses or polarized lenses - which should you

choose? Or, should you have both? As with most things, it depends on yourlifestyle and what you want your glasses to do for you. First, let's talk aboutthe technology behind both types of lenses.

Photochromatic lenses contain a substance called silver halide or silverchloride which causes the lenses to change colors. Molecules of thesubstance are transparent before exposure to ultra-violet rays, but achemical reaction occurs after exposure and the molecules change shape,absorb light, and darken. Once the UV rays are gone, the molecules revertback to their transparent state.

Polarized lenses filter light from certain angles to reduce glare, such as thereflection on bodies of water. Glare is caused by light molecules that reflecthorizontally off of surfaces and hit the human eye at a certain angle.Polarized lenses have a surface containing vertical stripes that only allowvertically-reflected light into the eye, thus reducing glare.

Because photochromic lenses can be prescription-based, they offer anadvantage to those who do not wish to switch between regular glasses andprescription sunglasses. They also are beneficial to sun-sensitive users whomay require a darker tint. It is important to note that photochromatic lensesdo not typically darken in the car, and therefore are not suitable to be usedas driving sunglasses. Photochromic lenses are also great for kids, who tendto spend more time outdoors than most adults. Experts say the risk forcataracts and other age-related eye problems, is associated with a person'slifetime exposure to the sun's UV rays, so protecting your child's eyes earlyon could pay dividends when he or she is a mature adult.

Polarized sunglasses are beneficial to those who spend time performingactivities commonly associated with glare. These include driving, boating,cycling, golfing, and other sports. In some instances, polarized sunglassesmay not be indicated for use. Polarized lenses can prohibit a pilot fromreading LCD displays or skier from seeing bumps or icy patches that couldresult in injury.

Whatever your lifestyle and prescription needs; your optometrist andoptician can help find just the right sunwear for you. (You may, however,need a travel agent to find a sunny location).

For more information contact Kristen CameronBurnt Hills Optical, 793 Rt. 50 Burnt Hills, 399-6130

or visit www.burnthillsoptical.com.Summer Hours May 27th- Aug 12th

Monday 10-6 Tuesday 10-6 Wednesday 10-8 Thursday 10-6 Friday 10-3 “We care for people - not just their eyes.”


Stuffed HamburgersSanta Fe Stuffed Chicken

1 medium Onion, finely minced 1 Green Bell Pepper, finely minced1 Jar Guido Pasta Sauce from Garofalo's1 1/2 lbs. fresh Ground Beef from Garofalo's2 Tbs. Chili PowderSalt to taste

Sauté onions and pepper in 1Tbs oil. Addground beef and brown, add chili powderand salt to taste (1 tsp).Simmer for 20 minutes on low.

Excellent when served over a good hot doglike the ones Garofalo's make fresh in thesummer months.

1 small Onion, chopped 4 slices Thick Bacon from Garofalo's, chopped Fresh-ground black pepper 2 lbs. fresh Ground Beef from Garofalo's1 (1 oz.) Envelope Dry Onion Soup Mix

Prepare a grill for medium heat. When hot,lightly oil the grate.

Fry the bacon in a skillet over medium heat forabout 5 minutes, stirring frequently. Add onions to the pan; cook and stir until bacon is browned,but not crisp and onion is soft. Remove from the pan and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.Season to taste with black pepper.

In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef and onion soup mix. Divide into 8 balls and then flatten into thin patties. Place a quarter ofthe bacon mixture onto each of four patties.Top with the remaining patties and press theedges together to seal.

Grill the burgers for about 15 minutes,turning once, until well done.

Meat Sauce for Grilled Hot Dogs

GAROFALO'S OFFERS A WIDE VARIETY

OF MEAT SPECIALTIES

Italian SausageHot or Sweet;

Rope Style or PattiesMeatballs and Bragoiles,Smoked Meats including:

Kielbasa, Chorizo and Andouille, Bratwurst,

Daisy Hams and Canadian Bacon

4 boneless Chicken Breasts from Garofalo's4 oz. block Monterey Jack Cheese - divided1/2 cup Garofalo's Italian Bread Crumbs3 /4 Tbs. grated Garofalo's Parmesan Cheese1/4 tsp. Salt1/4 tsp. Ground Cumin1/4 tsp. Black Pepper1/4 cup melted roll butter from Garofalo's1 Tbs. roll Butter (for sauce)1 Tbs. All-purpose Flour1/2 cup Milk1 small Red Bell Pepper - seeded, diced1 small Green Bell Pepper - seeded, diced

Pound chicken with a meat mallet until flat andrectangular shaped. Cut half of the cheese blockinto 8 slices; grate the remaining cheese; setaside. Wrap each flattened chicken breast arounda slice of cheese; secure with wooden picks oruncooked spaghetti noodle. Combine the Breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, salt, cumin, and pepper. Roll the secured chicken pieces in themelted butter and then in the bread crumb mix-ture. Place chicken breasts in a 13"x9" bakingdish, being careful not to crowd them. Drizzleremaining butter over the breasts. Refrigerate for 1 hour or freeze to bake later (baking timewill be increased by about 5-10 minutes).

Bake at 400o for 25-30 minutes, or until chickenis cooked. Melt butter in saucepan, stir in flour,whisk in milk, then bring to a simmer. Stir in grated cheese, reduce heat, and simmer untilthick, stirring constantly so the cheese doesn'tburn.

Place chicken on plates, pour sauce over, and top with diced peppers.


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After a great win to start the 2011 racing season on Saturday April, 30 at theFonda Speedway the month of May started out on the rough side for the YourHometowne sponsored #1M of Mark Mortensen. The problems started duringthe warm-up session on Saturday May, 7 at Fonda when the transmissionstarted acting up and Mortensen drove the car into the infield off of turn fourto get out of the competitors way.The car was pushed back to the pit area where the transmission linkage wasworked on enabling him to get out on the track for his heat race. In thequalifying event Mortensen started eighth and when the checkered flag flewhe was in the fourth spot which qualified him for the 16th starting position inthe 20-lap feature.The transmission still wasn’t right during the heat race so more work wasdone as Mortensen was able to get out on to the track for a hot lap sessionbefore the feature. During the final hot lap coming down the front stretchthere was a flare up underneath the car and it was first thought thatMortensen wouldn’t be able to make the feature event but some quick workby the pit crew allowed him to compete in the 20-lap main event.With transmission problems still plaguing the #1M during the feature eventMortensen did the best that he could and was credited with an 11th placefinish in an event that was won by Rob Langevin.After a rain out on Saturday May, 14 the Track of Champions Fonda Speedwaywas back in action along with the #1M of Scotia, NY resident MarkMortensen. Thanks to Joey Budka the transmission issues from the last raceon May 7 were corrected temporarily with the Mortensen Motorsports carback up to full speed on Saturday May, 21.

After qualifying third in the third heat race, Mortensen started the 20-lapfeature event in the 12th position and steadily moved forward after the dropof the green flag, gaining four positions on lap one alone. On lap nine of theevent Mortensen moved past both John Scarborough and Ricky Quick to takethe sixth position and by the time the caution was out on lap 14 he was inthe fourth spot.On the restart Mortensen lost a couple of positions but quickly got them backand when the checkered flag waved he had a fourth place finish to his creditin a feature that was won by Adam McAuliffe.Going into the evening Mortensen was tied with Scarborough for the pointlead but after finishing one spot ahead of Scarborough on Saturday May, 21Mortensen is now the point leader in the 602 sportsman division going intothe Memorial Day racing program on Saturday May, 28.

By: Ron SzczerbaMORTENSEN MOTORSPORTS RACE REPORT FOR MAY

Photo courtesy of Bill McGaffin Photography


TRANSFORM YOUR HOME IN AN AFTERNOONIt looks like the warm weather might actually be here tostay and if you're anything like me, you're itching for achange. I know what you're thinking: “who has themoney?” I'm happy to tell you big changes don't have tocost a lot of money.

My favorite make over tool by far is a can of spray paint. For around $6, youcan transform just about anything. Picture frames, tables, light fixtures, andchairs can be transformed in an afternoon. Recently, I created a family photowall with mismatched frames I'd collected and painted different sheens ofblack. Seeing my beautiful boys' faces in very cool frames whenever I walkdown the hall (and they're not crying!) is pure joy.

My second favorite make over tool is burlap. It recently went up to $4 from$3 but even so, it's a great deal and very versatile. This winter, I used it forseveral projects: roman shades, reupholstering an antique chair, a lampshade and covering old picture mats I already had to update artwork. Irecently finished a table runner for a client and I used the left over materialto stitch up a few a pillows to tie her living room and dining room together.Burlap has a funny smell that can be a little overwhelming so be sure towash it first (on cold) and air dry before sewing. Plan to lose 1-2 feet whenwashing.

Last but not least, is vinegar and water in a spray bottle. I know… notnearly as much fun as paint or fabric, but a good old fashioned cleaning canmake a world of difference. And it works on just about any surface - floors,windows, tile, stainless steel, countertops, and more - just sparkle. If Iweren't a Mrs. Meyer's addict, I would surely use vinegar and water foreverything.

Are you a DIY junkie too? Check out my Facebook page for inspiration, tipsand decorating advice. If you LIKE my page in June, you'll be entered for adrawing for a gallon of Benjamin Moore paint from Curtis Lumber inBallston Spa (up to $35 value). Hope to see you there!

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HAPPY SUMMER...THANKS DAD!Welcome June and the celestial event of SummerSolstice. Beginning on June 21st at precisely 1:16 pmthe sun rises higher and higher until it seems to standstill. Bringing us the longest day and shortest nightin the Northern Hemisphere and of course the long

awaited summer.

Just saying the word... summer, conjures up such great memories. I knowI have written about my summers up at Sacandaga Lake, at StrawberryHill and camp #7. The memories that always rise to the top are the onesof my dad. My dad passed away almost 14 years ago. Seems like onlyyesterday that he was sitting on the porch of that camp, looking out overthe lake, quietly, enjoying just being there. He was a quiet man. He neverraised his voice. If he did though, we ran for hills, scared enough that wenever looked back. He was a man that would never speak a bad wordof anyone. He called anyone that was at least 10 years younger than hima "kid". A man who made wood toys in his basement and sent themoverseas to children who had nothing. That was my dad.

There are the days that I feel he was taken from me too early and thenthere are the days that I know how lucky I was to have had such a greattime with him for so long. I told him I loved him every chance I got. Healways knew that. He was proud of all of us. There were five to keeptrack of. We were all good kids. We all had our share of ups and downs.He was there for all of them. We all knew, if were in trouble we could goto him and he would help us. No judgment, just help.

If I could have him back for just a moment, I would introduce him to myson and he would see his own blue eyes staring back at him. He wouldsee his own soft nature, soft spoken voice and kind heart. He would beproud that my boy can build anything he sets his mind too - just like him.We would always say, if you could draw it, my dad could build it! In thatsame moment, I would kiss him goodbye and thank him for making mewho I am today.

There is not a day that goes by that I do not celebrate his life. HappyFather's Day dad and to all the great dads out there that make adifference in our lives every day!!!

Rejoice in the summer solstice and enjoy the warmth and energy of thesun. Celebrate with family and friends and know that these are the greattimes and will be the memories that make us who we are.

I wish you peace, joy and lots of fun in the sun!

Pattie Rakvica • [email protected]

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SEVEN STRATEGIES FOR SAVINGAre you doing your best to save for your future? It canbe very challenging to begin a savings program. Afternecessities such as food, clothing and housing, therecan be little left to put aside for future goals.Unfortunately, failing to save could mean the

difference between enjoying a comfortable retirement and giving up somebasic needs. Often it is a matter of making the decision to begin savingnow in order to buy a new home or car later. The goals you set areimportant to you. Making changes to prepare for those goals can make adifference.For that reason, State Farm has looked at various ways to get a person’ssavings plan on track and came up with seven strategies that you can usetoday.1. Don’t splurge with your tax refund. Instead of spending your refund,

use it wisely by paying down debt, funding an individual retirementaccount, or saving it for future financial goals.

2. Take full advantage of your employer’s retirement contributions. Youremployer may match a percentage of the contributions you make toyour retirement savings plan. It’s a good idea to do what it takes to getthe matching limit. It’s free money that can really help your bottom lineduring retirement.

3. Start small and stay steady. The first word is the most important – start.You should begin as early as possible to get the most out of your

savings plan.4. Pay yourself first. Think of your savings or investments as a bill you must

pay on a regular basis, much the same as a car or mortgage payment.Be disciplined and make the payments according to a set schedule. Forbetter results, establish an automatic monthly deduction from yourpaycheck or checking account to fund an investment or savingsaccount.

5. Create separate pots of savings for upcoming life stages. Retirementmay be an important goal for which to begin saving, but other goals orevents need as much or more preparation. Don’t shortchange othergoals while concentrating on one thing. Whether it’s a home, car orchild’s education, it is important to give appropriate attention to each.

6. If you have children, find the right education plan. You have a numberof choices when it comes to saving for a child’s education. Finding theone that makes sense for your situation takes planning andinformation. This takes us to the seventh and, quite possibly, the most

important point…7. Work with someone you know and trust. Everyone’s needs and goals

are unique. Just as you go through many changes during your lifetime,your financial goals may change. You should work with a professionalwho not only knows about various plans and strategies, but knows youand will stay with you through the long haul. Most people feel the bestguidance they receive comes from a financial professional they knowand trust.

In the end, it all boils down to making a plan, getting started and stayingthe course. When you make the decision to finally start, contact a financialprofessional who knows you and understands your needs.

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