The Saratoga Builders Association will be awarding two $1000 student scholarship in 2020.
One is the SBA scholarship award and the second is the Bob Best Memorial Scholarship award.
The scholarships are open to any high school senior or college undergraduate in Saratoga County who is planning to pursue a construction education at a two or four-year accredited college or university or to students who would like to purchase tools and/or equipment for a career or to start a business in the construction industry.
Students must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher. They must demonstrate current or past involvement in the construction field, including classes taken in high school or college, to be eligible for these awards.
Business Briefs: February 2020
The Saratoga County Foundation’s Veterans Business Council recently elected a new slate of officers for 2020.
Elected to two-year terms were Jason Collins, SUNY Empire State College, chairman; Erica Choi, Bank of America, as vice-chair; Robert Scheurer, Adirondack Trust Co., secretary; and Tom Dingley, Mosaic Wealth Advisory, treasurer.
Outgoing Chair Karen Charbonneau of Saratoga Home Team was recognized for her outstanding leadership the past two years. During her time as chair, the council helped to coordinate funding and construction of a 7,700-square-foot fieldhouse at the Naval Support Activity Base in Saratoga Springs, implemented a new scholarship program to aid Veterans pursuing higher education, and established a new fundraiser to help raise money for veterans initiatives in Saratoga County.
Business Briefs: January 2020
For the 14th consecutive year, the Skidmore College community has come together to assist local residents and families through the Skidmore Cares community service program.
This year, Skidmore faculty, staff and families raised more than $14,000, and donated more than 6,000 food items and nearly 1,000 school supplies and personal care items — setting Skidmore Cares fundraising and food collection records — for Saratoga County community organizations.
Founded in 2006 by Skidmore President Philip A. Glotzbach and his wife, Marie Glotzbach, the program has gathered more than $122,000 in monetary gifts and 45,000 food items, school supplies and personal care items over the years.
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The Saratoga County Fair received an Award of Excellence in the Hall of Honor Communications contest at the 129th annual International Association of Fairs and Expositions (IAFE) convention.
Business Briefs: December 2019
The Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce will hold its first Southern Saratoga County Holiday Breakfast 7:30-9:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 17, at the Vista at Van Patten Golf Club in Clifton Park.
The breakfast will include a panel discussion featuring Kevin Hedley, Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce 2020 incoming board chairman, and board member Tara Anne Pleat. They will discuss their vision for Chamber goals and initiatives for 2020 and beyond.
The breakfast is open to the public and additional information/registration link can be found at Saratoga.org.
Business Briefs: November 2019
The Galway Public Library will be offering a free Social Security information program at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 13. The program is designed to help pre-retirees learn how to maximize their Social Security income benefits.
Answers to commonly asked questions will be addressed, including: Will Social Security be there for me? How much can I expect to receive? When should I apply for Social Security? How can I maximize my benefits? Will Social Security be enough to live on in retirement?
Personnel Briefs: October 2019
Discover Saratoga announced the hiring of MacKenzie Zarzycki and Alyssa Aufiero and the promotion of Kayla Weitz. Zarzycki joins the team as director of marketing and communications. She is responsible for planning, directing and coordinating the bureau’s marketing efforts. Her responsibilities also include website management, public relations and social media. Previously, Zarzycki worked as...
Business Briefs: October 2019
The 2019 Saratoga Springs Rotary Education Foundation “Teams for Dreams” three-on-three basketball tournament will be held at Saratoga Springs High School on Saturday, Oct. 12.
The event will feature mens, womens or co-ed teams of three or four players competing in various age groups at youth and adult levels.
The tournament will run from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. The cost is $120 per team, with a maximum of four players.
For more information and to register a team, visit www.SaratogaSpringsScholarships.org. Registration closes Oct. 10.
The Saratoga Springs Rotary Education Foundation has partnered with Saratoga Financial Services to sponsor the event. All proceeds will fund local scholarships to help students achieve their dreams.
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The 2019 Saratoga Hospital Golf Invitational raised $157,514 for the hospital’s nursing scholarship program.
More than 300 golfers and guests turned out for the annual event, which was held at Saratoga National Golf Club in September. Presenting sponsor was A.O.W. Associates Inc. of Albany.
Business Briefs – September 2019
The Gurtler Brothers VFW Post 420 and the Academy for Lifelong Learning in Saratoga Springs have teamed up to present the antique Show/Flea Market & Appraisal Day and are seeking vendors.
The show is from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 28, at the VFW pavilion at 190 Excelsior Ave., Saratoga Springs.
The event features 20-plus spaces in the pavilion and on the lawn for antique and flea market vendors. Appraisals will be offered by professional appraiser George Heigel.
Admission is free. Appraisals are $10 or 3 items for $25. There is plenty of parking for this rain or shine event. Food and beverages will be available for purchase.
Proceeds will support the VFW 100th year anniversary celebration and Academy for Lifelong Learning programs.
‘Endless Infinite Beautique’ In Mechanicville Combines Owner’s Beauty, Fashion Passions
By Jill Nagy
“It’s a beauty bar, a spa, and a boutique all in one,” said Ashley Arpey, owner of Endless Infinite Beautique at 167 Saratoga Ave. in Mechanicville.
“There’s a need for that” in Mechanicville, her home town, she added.
Arpey had been a stay-at-home mom since 2009 when her son, Hunter, was born. Then she decided,“it was time to find my passion,” which, it turned out, was opening her own business. “I’ve always wanted to open a business. I just didn’t know when or how.”
Torn between a spa and a clothing and lifestyle boutique, she decided to combine the two. She completed a 10-month course at the Aesthetic Science Institute in Latham, passed the necessary state licensing exams, and found an appropriate location.
Business Report: Homebuyers Should Get Chimney Inspection
By Jamie Wallace
People considering buying a home should not neglect getting a chimney inspection.
Here are five reasons why.
1) Chimneys are one of the most neglected structures in a home
Did you know that very few chimneys that vent a furnace or fireplace have ever been professionally inspected? The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA 211) is the national standard for chimneys and vents and states that a chimney shall be inspected annually. A chimney is always under attack by corrosive flue gasses which wreak havoc on its flue liner.