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Today

CLEMENT ART GALLERY: Clement Art Gallery, located at the corner of Broadway & 2nd St. Troy, presents a new Art Show , “Streets and Meadows” featuring recent paintings by accomplished Upstate New York Artist Elizabeth Apgar-Smith. Apgar-Smith has received numerous regional and national awards and has been profiled in “American Artist” & “The Artist Magazine” Opening Reception & refreshments Friday, Sept. 30, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. The show runs from September 30 through October 26. For more information visit Clementart.com.

FISH FRY FRIDAY: The public is invited to Fish Fry Friday on Friday, September 30, at Saratoga Knights of Columbus, 50 Pine Road, from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. Adults $10, Seniors and children under 10 $9. For more information call 584-8547.

MOVIE IN THE PARK: Join Community Care Physicians, P.C. for a community event to showcase their new building in Clifton Park. Food and tours of facility start at 5:30 p.m., followed by a showing of the movie The Jungle Book (2016), beginning at 7 p.m. Complimentary food provided by the Slidin’ Dirty Food Truck. RSVPs are encouraged; contact amusto@communitycare.com. or call 213-0322.

SARATOGA SPA STATE PARK: Meandering Monarchs, 3:30 p.m. Migrating Monarchs. There are Monarchs at the Karner Blue site. Come visit the Karner Blue site and learn how this majestic butterfly lives its adventurous life, how the Karner blue habitat benefits it and how you can help save the Monarchs. To register email: sun.ceng@parks.ny.gov.

YADDO GHOST TOURS: Experience the spirit(s) of the Gardens. Feel the energy and creativity of the Earth. Share in the spiritual intrigue from Native Americans, Edgar Allen Poe ,the Trask family and other contemporary visitors. Tours wiIl be held on Friday and Sunday evenings at 5 p.m. from September 23 through October 30. Docent led tours begin at the Yaddo Garden parking lot and last about 1 hour. Tour does not include Yaddo Mansion. Cost $10 per person. (children 12 and under are free). Contact Yaddo at 584-0746 or www.yaddo.org for more information.

Saturday, October 1

21ST CENTURY HOMESTEADING: A new age of homesteader is embracing a mixture of technology and traditional wisdom to expand their skills and gain control of their lives. Whether you have a small plot of land or several acres, you can benefit from this program sponsored by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Saratoga County and Milton Grange #685. Information will be available on many topics including but not limited to: gardening, equipment, livestock, wood harvesting, the local environment, trapping, and traditional skills, as well as, educational programs during the day. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., 4-H Training Center, 556 Middleline Road, Ballston Spa. For more information contact Kirk Shoen kjs264@cornell.edu or Cornell Cooperative Extension of Saratoga County at 885- 8995.

AUDABON SOCIETY: On Saturday, October 1, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Delaware-Otsego Audubon Society will host an open house at the DOAS Sanctuary on Grange Hall Spur Road, Oneonta. At 10:30 a.m,. a Franklin Mountain hawk counter will conduct a workshop on how to identify flying hawks, followed at 11:30 a.m. by a trail walk through the Sanctuary which will end at the hawkwatch. At 12:30 p.m., guests will enjoy a special program with live raptors presented by Wildlife Rehabilitator, Missy Runyon of Friends of the Feathered and Furry Wildlife Center in Hunter. The Hawkwatch will be staffed throughout the day, and visitors can enjoy walking the Sanctuary property during the afternoon. The event is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be available throughout the day.

AURIESVILLE SHRINE: Family Summit 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. includes 11a.m. Mass with Bishop Scharfenberger followed by Holy Hour.136 Shrine Rd #2, Fultonville.

BABYSITTING COURSE: Adirondack Health & Safety once again be presents a child and babysitting at Gavin Park. This course is open to girls and boys, ages 10 and up. Participants will learn the basics of CABS (Child and Babysitting Safety), along with CPR and first aid. The course runs from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. on Saturday October 1. Pre-registration and bag lunch is required. Cost for Wilton Residents is $60, Saratoga Springs School District Residents is $65, and all others is $70. Registration can be done online, by mail or in person at Gavin Park, Monday-Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Questions may be answered by calling the park office at 584-9455.

BLESSING OF THE ANIMALS: New Skete Blessing of the Animals, in celebration of the Feast of Saint Francis. New Skete Monastery, 273 New Skete Lane, Cambridge. All and the animals they love are welcome. Arrival begins at 2 p.m., service is at 3:30 p.m., light refreshments of the season to follow. All animals must be on a leash, or in a secure pen at all times for the safety of the participants and other animals. www.newksete.org 677-3928 ext. 214.

BOOK SIGNING: The National Museum of Dance is thrilled to bring author Jeff Katz to the Museum for a book talk and signing. On Saturday, October 1, at 2 p.m., join Katz as he discusses his new book “Plie Ball” which explores all points of connection between baseball and dance and is highlighted in The Dancing Athlete exhibition currently on display. This event is free and open to the public. Books will be available for purchase. To reserve your space at this exciting talk, call the Museum at 584-2225 x3001.

CRAFT FAIR: Geyser Fire Station, 520 Geyser Road, Ballston Spa, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Shop from a large array of crafters and vendors. The ladies’ auxiliary will have a Chinese raffle.

CRAFT FAIR: Milton Community Center, October 1,10 a.m. to 4 p.m., to benefit Ballston area seniors. Chinese auction, pie table, cafe and country strore along with many crafters and vendors.

CROATIA/MONTENEGRO TOUR PREVIEW: Saratoga Arts invites you to visit Croatia and Montenegro May 22-31, 2017. A trip overview will be conducted on Saturday, October 1 and 29 at 11:30 a.m. at Saratoga Arts, 320 Broadway, Saratoga Springs. The land only double occupancy price is $2990 per person. The first 15 people to sign up will receive a discount of $100. For additional information, visit goedventures.com, write to goedventures@gmail.com, or call Mary at (607) 3873322.

DEFENSIVE DRIVING CLASS: On Saturday October 1, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. there will be a New York State approved Defensive Driving Class. Save 10 percent on your base auto insurance for the next three years & receive up to 4 points off your driving record according to New York State Department of Motor Vehicle guidelines. The class will be held at First Baptist

Church, 45 Washington Street, Saratoga Springs. Fee $35; bring a friend $30 each. A portion of the fee goes to First Baptist Church. Class size is limited. Registration is required and can be made by calling Ray Frankoski at 286-3788.

HERO WALK & RUN: The 13th Annual Hero Walk & 5K Run for Autism, to be held on October 1 at Central Park, Schenectady, is dedicated to increasing awareness of the issues faced by children and individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders and their families. Register at http://firstgiving.com/asa-albany/AutismWalk. Call the Autism Society for further information 355-2191.

HOMELESS VETERANS STAND-DOWN: Are you a veteran in need of help? Homeless and at-risk of being homeless, brother and sister veterans and their families are welcome on Saturday, October 1, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Colonie BPO Elks #2192, 11 Elks Lane, Latham. Totally free assistance to veterans including medical screenings, employment assistance, food, clothing, legal assistance and information about programs and services. Coffee at 7 a.m., breakfast at 7:30 a.m., registration at 8 a.m. For more information call 884-4115 (Saratoga County), 746-2470 (Washington), 377-2423 (Schenectady), 270-2760 (Rensselaer), 447-7713 (Albany), or call 7853557 on Saturday, October 1 only.

HUBBARD HALL: Presented by 20% Theatre Company Twin Cities from Minneapolis, “The Naked I: Self Defined” features brand new, never before seen monologues, short scenes, movement pieces, spoken word poems, short film, and more, and includes the contributions of over 70 artists. In Cambridge the show can be seen in Hubbard Hall’s Freight Depot, 25 East Main Street, at 4 p.m. on Saturday, October 1. Tickets are only $10 for General Admission and $5 for Students. Seating is limited, so please reserve your tickets early. Tickets are available through the Hubbard Hall Box Office at 677-2495, online at hubbardhall.org, or at the door if any remain. For more information please call Hubbard Hall at 677-2495 or visit hubbardhall.org.

KEEP IT CLEAN: Join Battenkill Conservancy and Trout Unlimited, Clearwater Chapter as they join forces for the final roadside clean up of the season Saturday, October 1, at 9:30 a.m. at the State Line Route 313 Rest Area. Volunteers will gather at the rest area for coffee and donuts before being provided with safety vests and gloves. Volunteers will work in pairs to pick up roadside litter and work along the 4 mile stretch of the roadway. The clean up usually takes less than two hours and makes a big difference in how the area is perceived by motorists, bicylists and hikers passing through the area during the busy fall foliage season. For more information email bkc@battenkillconservancy.org.

OLD CHATHAM QUAKERS: The Old Chatham Quaker Meeting will screen Michael Moore’s “Where to Invade Next” Saturday, October 1, at 7 p.m., Potluck at 6 p.m., in the Old Chatham Quaker Meetinghouse, 539 County Route 13, Old Chatham, across from Pitt Hall Road and Powell House. Free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served and a moderated discussion will follow. For more information call 766-2992. For directions visit www.oldchathamquakers.org

PIT BULL AWARENESS DAY: Please join Out of the Pits for a day of fun at Brunswick Community Center, Keyes Lane, Brunswick, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be dog demonstrations, raffles, vendors and much more. Dogs on 6ft solid (no flexi) leashes are welcome. No admission fee. Merchandise is priced separately. Please refer to the Out of the Pits Facebook page and website (outofthepits.org) for information concerning the adoption process and available dogs. PUTNAM’S: Putnam’s restaurant and bar is proud to present Phil Drum on Saturday, October 1, from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m.. Come grab a bite to eat and enjoy some great music. For more information call 226-4719.

SARATOGA HARVEST FESTIVAL: On October 1, celebrate the arrival of autumn at the Saratoga Harvest Festival. There will be a wide variety of seasonal craft beers, wines, and ciders, plus live music and local food. 1 p.m. to 7 p.m., Saratoga Race Course. Get tickets at https://america-ontap.ticketleap.com/saratogaharvestfest/.

UNIVERSAL PRESERVATION HALL: Universal Preservation Hall closes out the 2016 LIVE! Music Series with ‘The Chuck Lamb Quartet and guest cellist Petia Kassarova of the Albany Symphony Orchestra. This event will also be the official Northeastern United States release party for his latest recording, ‘North by Northeast.’ This special show will be celebrated with an appearance from ‘Steinway and Sons’ in the form of a full concert piano. Overall, a not to be missed, one-of-a-kind moment in regional jazz history. Ticket Cost for General Admission : $25 In Advance,$30 At the Door. Proceeds from the event will go towards the ongoing restoration and remodeling efforts for Universal Preservation Hall. For Brown Paper tickets go to http://chucklamb.bpt.me. For more information check out www.universalpreservationhall.org.