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Monday, May 15 HERITAGE GARDEN CLUB:

Heritage Garden Club of Saratoga Springs hosts its annual spring luncheon at Saratoga National Golf Course, Union Avenue in Saratoga Springs. Program: “Playing God in The Garden.” Dr. Gerald Stulc will discuss the history and current possibilities of plant genetics and hybridization. Registration at 11:30 a.m., Luncheon at noon. To make a reservation send a check for $30 to Heritage Garden Club to Anne Hunscher, 209 Daketown Road, Greenfield Center, NY. 12833. Please include a phone number, and your luncheon choice of roasted spring chicken, grilled salmon, vegetarian or gluten free. Deadline for reservations is May 10. For more information on the luncheon, or the Heritage Garden club, email theheritage40@gmail.com.

INTERFAITH STORY CIRCLE:

Guest storyteller Stephanie Marie Fox, docent with the Iroquois Indian Museum in Howes Cave, is a dancer as well as a storyteller. Her stories moved because she draws from her vast experience as a dance instructor, storyteller and Iroquois studies educator. Share your own traditional or personal stories related to the theme, or just come to listen. 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., Unity Church, 21 King Avenue, Albany. Free and open to the public. For further information, please contact Clairr Nolan at cbnolou@gmail.com or 209-6477, or visit www. withourvoice.org.

MECHANICVILLE DISTRICT PUBLIC LIBRARY:

The Mechanicville District Public will continue its’ Health and Wellness Series during May. Schuyler Creek Chiropractic will present an informative session on May 15 at 6:30 pm. Learn how chiropractic care and yoga can improve your health. 190 N. Main St. Mechanicville.

SOUTHERN SARATOGA ARTISTS SOCIETY:

The May meeting of SSAS will be held on Monday, May 15, at 6:30 p.m. at Clifton Park Senior Community Center, 6 Clifton Common Blvd. Featured artist Takeyce Walter will demonstrate and discuss using pastels in art. Takeyce gives workshops and exhibits throughout the northeast. She works with pastels and oils to reflect her love of landscapes. The public is invited to attend and enjoy this inspiring artist. For more information visit: southernsaratogaartist.com.

TEMPLE SINAI FILM SCREENING:

“The Attack,” a film by Lebanese-American director Ziad Doueiri, is adapted from a bestselling novel by Algerian writer Yasmina Khadra. “The Attack is the best kind of anti-war propaganda film, calm in feeling and mood, yet truly terrifying in showing the scourge of our age, terrorism,” says Phyllis Wang, Coordinator of Saratoga Jewish Community Arts. “The Attack” will be shown on May 15 at 6:30 p.m. at Temple Sinai, 509 Broadway. Panel discussion and dessert reception included. $5 donation requested. For information or reservations, please call 584-8730 x 2 or email office@ saratogasinai.org.

TOWN OF MALTA:

Malta Town Board Meeting, 6 p.m., Malta Town Hall.

Tuesday, May 16 BALLSTON SPA BPA NETWORKING BREAKFAST:

The Ballston Spa Business & Professional Association will be sponsoring a Networking Breakfast on Tuesday, May 16, from 7:30 a.m. - 8:30 a.m., hosted CMK & Associates Real Estate, 108 Milton Avenue in Ballston Spa. Cost for the breakfast is $5 with advance reservation—prepayment available at www. ballston.org or RSVP to info@ ballston.org and pay at the door. Non-reserved walk-ins that morning are $10. Business and community members are welcome; you do not need to be a BSBPA member to attend this event. To learn more, visit www.ballston.org.

CLIFTON PARK NURSERY SCHOOL:

The Clifton Park Nursery School, 344 Moe Road, Clifton Park, is having an Open House on May 16 from 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. The Clifton Park Nursery School (CPNS) is a family-centered cooperative organization in which our parents, children, and our teacher all work and play together to create a school environment that is supportive and enriching for all members. The school currently offers classes for 2, 3, 4 and 5-year-olds. If you would like to learn more about the program please visit http://www.cliftonparknurseryschool.org/ or call 3715850.

EDINBURG HISTORICAL SOCIETY:

The Edinburg Historical Society will start off their meeting with a Pot Luck Dinner at 6 p.m. followed by a program by Schoharie Crossing State Historic Site education director David Brooks on Tuesday, May 16, at 7 p.m. Brooks will present a program on “History and Hearsay” a virtual tour of the site, presenting images and interesting tales from along the Erie Canal and the hamlet of Fort Hunter. Free and open to the public. The Edinburg Historical Society continues to raise funds for the restoration and maintenance of the Copeland Historic Site which is comprised of the Copeland Covered Bridge and Carriage Shop. Your donation of $25 will purchase a share certificate for yourself, as a gift, in honor of a loved one or in memory of a loved one. Visit www.EdinburgHistoricalSociety.com for more information.

FACTORY VILLAGE CEMETARY ASSOCIATION:

The annual meeting of the Factory Village Cemetery Association will be held at 7 p.m. on Tuesday May 16, at the home of Carol Schumacher, 17 Old Glory Lane, Ballston Spa. Lot holders are welcome. For further information you may call 885-9254.

GREENFIELD HISTORICAL SOCIETY:

The Town of Greenfield Historical Society will hold its May meeting on Tuesday, May 16 at 7 p.m. at the Greenfield Community Center, 25 Wilton Road. The guest speaker will be Marty Podskoch, author of the book “Adirondack Fire Towers: Their History and Lore.” The public is welcome to attend.

INN AT SARATOGA: 7 p.m. - 10 p.m. - Drank the Gold, American, Irish, Folk. 231 Broadway, Saratoga Springs.

NIGHT SKY ADVENTURE:

Educators from the Dudley Observatory, in conjunction with volunteers from the Albany Area Amateur Astronomers group, present astronomy lessons, planetarium shows and night sky viewing (weather depending). Amateur astronomers and families are invited to bring binoculars or telescopes. One or more telescopes will be provided for public use. This month’s lesson is “Space weather and solar flares.” 8 p.m., miSci Museum of Innovation and Science, 15 Nott Terrace Heights, Schenectady. Cost: Admission to miSci ($10.50 adult, $7.50 child age 3-12, $9 senior 65+), Free for miSci members. For more information, visit www.DudleyObservatory.org.

PIEROGHI SALE:

Christ the Savior Church, 349 Eastline Rd., Ballston Lake is sponsor-

ing its monthly pieroghi sale on Tuesday, May 16. Potato, sauerkraut, and farmer’s cheese pieroghi will be available. For orders, please call 363-0001 soon. Pick up as usual from 11:30 a.m. to 12;30 p.m. on May 16.

SCHENECTADY ELFUNS: The Schenectady Elfuns will hold their luncheon meeting starting at 11:30 a.m., Tuesday, May 16, at The Glen Sanders Mansion in Scotia. Michael Adler will discuss the collision of the Pacific and Australian Tectonic Plates and the resulting mountains, volcanoes and fjords during the formation of New Zealand islands. The Schenectady Elfun luncheons are open to all Elfuns and their spouses or guests and all former or retired GE employees. Spouses of deceased Elfuns are also welcome. Those interested should call Glenn Gerber at 289-5665 to make a reservation. The deadline is Friday, May 12.

SCHOOL OF ROCK OPEN HOUSE: Join School of Rock on Tuesday, May 16, for an open house from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Newton Plaza, 592 New Loudon Rd, Latham. Visitors will get to tour the school, learn about its programs for students of all ages, and schedule a free lesson with a School of Rock teacher. At School of Rock, performers learn from real life experiences in the world of music and a trial lesson is the first step to rockin’ out. To learn more about School of Rock or this event, please visit Facebook.com/SchoolOfRockAlbany/ or call 783-7625.

Wednesday, May 17

ADIRONDACK MOUNTAIN CLUB: “The ADK Fire Tower Challenge from a Historical Perspective” by Laurie Rankin, Director of The NYS Chapter of the Forest Fire Lookout Association. Monthly program of Glens Falls-Saratoga Chapter of Adirondack Mountain Club. Free. 7 p.m., Crandall Library, downtown Glens Falls.

GREENWICH SENIORS: Greenwich Senior Citizens meet at noon on the first and third Wednesday of each month at the VFW on Abeel Avenue. May 17th is our monthly business meeting. Please bring a sandwich for yourself. Desserts and co-ffee are provided. Cards or games follow the meeting. All Seniors are welcome.

INN AT SARATOGA: 7:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m., Tim Wechgelaer & Chris Carey, Acoustic Duo. 231 Broadway, Saratoga Springs.

LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS: The League of Women Voters of Saratoga County will host a monthly Meetup on May 17 for a screening of “Now is the Time” (35 min.) followed by a discussion. Through interviews, animations and expose’, this new documentary film tells the story of the drama, struggle, and success of the movement towards healthcare equality. The meeting will be held in the Community Room of the Adirondack Trust Building (entrance through top floor of the Walton Street parking garage) beginning at 7 p.m. The public is invited to attend. Additional information may be found on the League’s website, www.lwvsaratoga.org or by calling 728-5201.

LUNCHTIME MEDITATION: First and third Wednesday of the month, 12:30 p.m., Saratoga Springs Public Library. Free and open to all. Presented by One Big Roof Center for Mindful Practices.

MECHANICVILLE DISTRICT PUBLIC LIBRARY: The Mechanicville District Public will continue its’ Health and Wellness Series during May. On Wednesday, May 17, at 6:30 p.m., Judith England will speak on the benefits of meditation and lead a group meditation exercise. 190 N. Main St. Mechanicville.

MEMORIAL CONCERT BAND: For the annual POPS Concert, Music Director and Principal Conductor Doug Dougherty has selected pieces based on film and the Broadway stage, marches, and some light classical faire. Well known names such as Frank Sinatra, Harold Arlen, Louis “Satchmo” Armstrong, and Glenn Miller are represented. The soloist will be Beth Gurzler from the Band’s flute section playing “Gypsy Song and Finale” from Carmen Fantaisie, based on the opera by Georges Bizet. 7:30 p.m., Mark Cornell Auditorium, Colonie Central High School, 1 Raider Blvd. (off Sand Creek Road) in Colonie. More information is available at http://www.memorialbandcolonie.org.

NORTHSHIRE BOOKSTORE: Yaddo Presents Alexandria MarzanoLesnevich - “The Fact of a Body: A Murder and a Memoir.” The author shares her riveting debut, written partially at Yaddo, and one of 2017’s most eagerly anticipated books. 7:30 p.m., 424 Broadway, Saratoga Springs.

OLDE SARATOGA SENIORS: The Olde Saratoga Seniors next meeting will be Wednesday, May 17 at noon at the Town Hall in Schuylerville. It will be a sandwich luncheon with ice cream social for dessert. Entertainment will be the Elderly Brothers. Money is due for the birthday luncheon. Any questions, call Pat 331-2978. New members always welcome.

SARATOGA LAKE PROTECTION & IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT: Saratoga Lake Protection and Improvement District monthly meetings will be held on the third Thursday of each month beginning at 6:30 p.m. in the Blue Room of the Malta Town Hall Complex, Route 9, Malta.

SARATOGA SPRINGS HISTORY: A presentation about “The History, Development & Evolution of Saratoga Springs in the 1800s” is scheduled for 1 p.m. on Wednesday May 17 at The Summit at Saratoga, a senior community, located at 1 Perry Rd. in Wilton, just off Route 50. The program will be lead by Charlie Kuenzel, co-owner of Saratoga Tours LLC. The presentation is free and open to the public. Seating is limited. Reserve a spot by calling 430-2136, or emailing rebeccad@summitsaratoga.com. Light refreshments will be served. For directions go to: summitsaratoga.com/contactus.html. TOWN OF MALTA: Malta Emergency Preparedness Committee meeting, 6 p.m. Town Hall, 2540 Route 9. Malta Sewer & Water Committee meeting, 6:30 p.m.,Community Center, 1 Bayberry Drive.

WALDORF SCHOOL SPRING CONCERT: Spring Performing Arts Concert for Grades 9-12. Wednesday May 17 at 6:30 p.m., Arthur Zankel Music Center, Skidmore College. Stream it live at: https://livestream. com/accounts/2689920/ events/7318062.

Thursday, May 18

518 DAY: Get ready to celebrate the vibrant arts communities throughout the 518 area code with the social media extravaganza known as #518Day. For #518Day’s inaugural year last year, hundreds of Capital Region residents took to Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, blogs and websites to promote, share, and encourage friends and followers to recognize and support the arts across the 518 area code With the success of last year’s #518Day, and as more and more people hear about #518Day, this year’s May 18 social media celebration is expected to be even bigger and more active. For a sample of last year’s contributions, check out https://storify.com/ mjanairo/518day-celebration. For more information email michael@michaeljanairo.com. CHICKEN PARM & PENNE: The public is invited to a Chicken Parmigiana and Penne Dinner to benefit Bud Barber on Thursday, May 18, at Saratoga Knights of Columbus, 50 Pine Road. Dinner will be served from 4:30 p.m. until 8 p.m. Adults $11, Seniors and Veterans $10, children 7-12 $9. For more information please call 584-8547.

CONSCIOUSNESS RAISING BOOK DISCUSSION: This month’s book is “The Shadow Effect” by Debbie Ford. All are welcome whether or not they’ve read. Hosted by Albany-Saratoga Spiritual Adventures. 6 p.m., Woodlawn Commons, 156 Lawrence St., Saratoga Springs. For more information, visit www. newthoughtnewyork.org or call 366-9918.

INN AT SARATOGA: Jeff Walton, Acoustic Folk Rock, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. 231 Broadway, Saratoga Springs. TWIN BRIDGES OPEN FORUM: Join the Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce for a morning with the Supervisors. Halfmoon Supervisor Kevin Tollisen, Clifton Park Supervisor Phil Barrett and Ballston Supervisor Tim Szczeyanik will offer brief comments about economic opportunities in their communities and answer questions from attendees. This Annual Forum is designed to connect local business leaders and nonprofits in Southern Saratoga County with their elected officials for open dialogue and a sharing of ideas. This event is hosted by the Chamber’s Twin Bridges Council. It is free to attend but pre-registration is appreciated. 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m., Clifton Park Halfmoon EMS, 15 Crossing Boulevard. Register at http://chamber.saratoga.org/events/ details/twin-bridges-openforum-with-county-supervisors-23767.

Friday, May 19

AD ASTRA THEATER TROUPE: Ad Astra Theatre Troupe is a non-profit teenrun performance company focusing on spreading education, confidence, and a sense of community through the arts. Ad Astra presents Jeremy Bloom’s “Peter/Wendy” on Friday, May 19 and Sunday, May 21, at 7 p.m. at Saratoga Springs High School Teaching Auditorium, 1 Blue Streak Lane, Saratoga Springs. Admission $10. For more information visit https://gracealberti.wixsite.com/adastratroupe or contact Grace Alberti at grace.alberti@hotmail.com or 423-9177. BIKE TO WORK DAY: Bike to Work Day 2017 is Friday, May 19. The Capital District Transportation Committee (CDTC) and Bikeatoga are once again sponsoring the Capital Region Bike to Work Challenge for Albany, Rensselaer, Saratoga, and Schenectady Counties. For more information or to register, go to https://capitalmoves.org/b2w518/.

BLITHE SPIRIT: Theater Voices will present a staged reading of Noël Coward’s comic classic, “Blithe Spirit,” directed by Krysta Dennis, at Steamer No. 10 Theater, 500 Western Ave., Albany, on Friday, May 19 at 8 p.m.; Saturday, May 20 at 3 p.m. and 8 p.m.; and Sunday, May 21 at 3 p.m. Admission is free. For more information, please contact info@theatervoices.org or 438-5503.

INN AT SARATOGA: Mike O’Donnell, Acoustic Guitar, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. 231 Broadway, Saratoga Springs.

NATIONAL MUSEUM OF DANCE: The National Museum of Dance is pleased to announce the opening of its newest exhibition “Art in the Foyer.” The Museum’s annually rotating exhibition highlights dance-inspired fine art. This season presents costume sketches from dancer and designer, Malcolm McCormick. You’re invited to a reception after the official opening of this exhibition on Friday, May 19, at 6:30 p.m. Light refreshments will be served. This event is free and open to the public. The National Museum of Dance is located at 99 South Broadway in Saratoga Springs.

STORIES TOLD: Stories Told is the duo of Alice Jenkins and Gary Moon. Their first night in the new Round House Bakery in Cambridge is May 19 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Pizza, original music, folk/roots/Americana/R&B and unexpected favorites. No cover. More info at: www.storiestoldmusic.com.

Saturday, May 20

AARP SAFE DRIVING COURSE: Christ Community Reformed Church, located at 1010 Route 146, Clifton Park, is offering an AARP Safe Driving Course on Saturday, May 20, from 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. (downstairs). It is handicapped accessible. All ages are welcome. Bring your bag lunch; desserts and beverages provided. Your auto insurance may be reduced; please contact your insurance company to see if such applies. You must have your valid driver’s license with you. Janice Simpson will be the instructor.

AARP members $20, non-members $25. Make checks payable to AARP. Checks will be collected at the time of the course. Please call or email Carolyn Crawmer at 371-1797 or email her at crawmerg@verizon.net for reservations or questions. Leave a message, on the answering machine if no one answers.

AUTO COLLECTION TOUR: Please join the Saratoga Automotive Museum for a private tour of Jim Taylor’s rare and extensive auto collection at his state of the art facility in Gloversville, followed by a delicious lunch at Lanzi’s on the Lake. Gather at the Museum, 110 Avenue of the Pines, at 8 a.m. for check in, coffee and donuts, and depart promptly at 9:30 a.m. for Jim Taylor’s. Reserve your tickets today as this event will sell out. $85 per person. Make reservations at https://saratogaauto.z2systems.com/np/clients/ saratogaauto/eventRegistration.jsp?event=585&.

BETHESDA EPISCOPAL CHURCH: The Capital Region’s magnificent historic churches will participate in the New York Landmarks Conservancy’s seventh annual Sacred Sites Open House Weekend. There are 31 stained glass windows from the 19th and early 20th centuries at Bethesda Episcopal Church, including three signed Tiffany windows on the north facing side, installed in the late 1890s. Altar window and reredos are by J& R Lamb Studios. The church is a contributing element in the Saratoga Springs Downtown Historic District (National Register). Architectural style is Gothic Revival, one of the earliest by Upjohn, contemporaneous with Trinity Wall Street. Bethesda Episcopal at 26 Washington Street will hold a Sacred Sites open house from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information and a complete list of participating Sacred Sites, visit http://www.nylandmarks.org/events/sacred_ sites_open_house/2017_sacred_sites_open_house/.

BLITHE SPIRIT: Theater Voices will present a staged reading of Noël Coward’s comic classic, “Blithe Spirit,” directed by Krysta Dennis, at Steamer No. 10 Theater, 500 Western Ave., Albany, on Friday, May 19 at 8 p.m.; Saturday, May 20 at 3 p.m. and 8 p.m.; and Sunday, May 21 at 3 p.m. Admission is free. For more information, please contact info@theatervoices.org or 438-5503.

COOKBOOK SAMPLER DINNER: The Malta Ridge United Methodist Church will hold its Cookbook Sampler Dinner on Saturday, May 20, at the Church located at 729 Malta Avenue Extension, in Malta Ridge. Assorted items prepared from recipes in our recent 200th Anniversary cookbook will be will be served from 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. You will be able to select from various choices sufficient to complete a whole meal. Donation is $10 for adults, $5 children 6-12 and under 5free. For additional information or directions please call the Church at 581-0210.C.R.E.A.T.E.

COMMUNITY STUDIOS: In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month in May, C.R.E.A.T.E. Community Studios presents an exhibit to help raise awareness about various issues in mental health. The artists involved have all used various art media to express personal issues and conflicts and, in some cases, reach a resolution and new sense of selfawareness. The artwork is displayed to raise awareness about mental illness and the 1 in 5 people affected by it, to erase stigma, and to educate our community about the role of the creative arts in treating mental illness.The Saratoga Opening Reception will be held from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at 480-B Broadway, Saratoga Springs. For more information visit www.createcommmunitystudios.org.

FLEA MARKET/BAKE SALE: Simpson United Methodist Church, 1089 Rock City Road, Rock City Falls (.4 mi south of Rte. 29) hosts their annual Flea Market/Bake Sale/Light Luncheon on Saturday, May 20, from 8a.m. - 3p.m. Please consider donating your gently used housewares, kitchenware, antiques, toys, tools, puzzles, books, ephemera, etc. Donations will be accepted Wednesdays from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. or can be left on side porch. Enjoy baked goods, soups, and hotdogs while you shop. Please call Laura at 288-5922 with any questions.

FRENCH-CANADIAN FILM SCREENING: “Le Frere André” (Brother André) will be shown on Saturday, May 20, at 1 p.m. at the Troy Public Library, 100 Second Street. “This 1987 film recounts the life of André Bessette, C.S.C. (b.1845–d.1937), more commonly known as “Brother André” and since his canonization as “Saint André of Montreal.”The screening is free and open to the public, and presented by La Fédération franco-américaine du New York. As a courtesy, please call the Troy Public Library at 274-7071 to reserve a seat. Follow La Fédération on Facebook and the Web.

GENEALOGY & LOCAL HISTORY: Heritage Hunters of Saratoga County will meet on Saturday, May 20, at 1 p.m. at the Town of Saratoga Town Hall, corner of Rt. 4 and Rt. 29 in Schuylerville. Kathleen Handy, Microcomputer Training Specialist for the Saratoga Springs Public Library, will lead the program; “Bringing Your Genealogical Findings to Life.” Kathy will explain technology changes over the years and demonstrate how to convert precious treasures into things like Power Point, Movie Maker type presentations and much more. Attendees are asked to bring samples of what their families have done to bring their history to life and to preserve it. The public is welcome. For information call 587-2978.

HUBBARD HALL: Join Hubbard Hall for the annual Rites of Spring Gala, their biggest fundraiser of the year and a time to celebrate our swing into spring. Featuring, as always, a delicious dinner by Sal & Piper Catering, a silent auction for some amazing prizes, gorgeous music provided by David Cuite’s Freight Yard Quartet, and a relaxed atmosphere of community and camaraderie. Your $100 ticket is tax deductible up to $75 and helps Hubbard Hall provide the best in arts and education for the community throughout the year. 6 p.m., 25 E. Main Street, Cambridge.

INN AT SARATOGA: Mark Kleinhaut and guest, Jazz Duo, 7 p.m. to10 p.m. 231 Broadway, Saratoga Springs.

KITE & FLIGHT FESTIVAL: Celebrate the 25th anniversary of Saratoga Independent School with a bigger and better Kite & Flight Festival on the school’s gorgeous 60 acre campus on Saturday, May 20, from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Come fly a kite or a balsa wood plane. Bring a drone to fly, or blow bubbles. Enjoy live music by Trail of Fate. Grab a bite to eat Fitzy’s Fork in the Road and 9Miles East or a frozen treat from Cooley’s. There will also be a rock climbing wall, face-painting, and a petting zoo, and you can meet and greet some fantastic birds of prey through the Silent Wings Raptor program. This event is free and open to the public, with tours available for interested families. Saratoga Independent School is located at 459 Lake Avenue, Saratoga Springs.

NORTHSHIRE BOOKSTORE: Come and meet a taco-loving dragon, as Northshire Bookstore celebrates the release of the instant hit “Dragons Love Tacos 2!” Enjoy a special story time with our booksellers, a taco craft, and a chance to high-five a friendly red dragon! 10:30 a.m., 424 Broadway, Saratoga Springs.

PERRENIAL SALE:Quaker Springs United Methodist Church, 466 Route 32 South of Schuylerville, will hold its annual Plant sale on May 20 from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. on the church grounds, rain or shine. There will be a large variety of perennials, bulbs, starter plants, trees and some house plants from our talented gardeners plus donations from area gardens. Garden décor will also be featured. All proceeds support the church’s kitchen renovation; you’re invited to take a peek at the progress while you visit. Visit www.qsumc.com for a partial list of available plants.

PREAKNESS VIEWING PARTY: The National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame will host a viewing party for the Preakness Stakes on May 20 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Admission is free. Food and beverage will be available for purchase.

ROAST PORK DINNER: The Trinity United Methodist Church, 155 Ballard Road, Wilton, ¼ mile east of Exit 16 of the Northway, will be holding a roast pork dinner, on Saturday, May 20, from 3:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. Suggested $9 donation. The church is handicap accessible and take outs will be available.

SACRED SITES: Grace Church will participate in the New York Landmark’s Conservancy Sacred Sites Weekend from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 20 and Sunday, May 21 at 34 Third Street, Waterford. The church will open its doors to highlight painted glass windows during selfguided tours. Other historic artifacts, including the 1921 Meneely Bell Chimes, will be among the highlights exhibited at the Episcopal church founded 217 years ago. Grace Church will be one of dozens of religious institutions throughout the state participating in the open house weekend. For additional information on the Sacred Sites Open House Weekend, contact Deacon Denise at 237-7370 or email her at dcndenise5.30@gmail.com or visit www.gracewaterford.com and or sacredsites@nylandmarks.org.

SACRED SITES TOUR: St. James’ Episcopal Church, located at 172 Ottawa Street in Lake George will be hosting an open house on May 20 from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. and May 21 from noon to 3 p.m. This event will showcase the historic church with a focus on its beautiful stained glass windows. Each day at 1 p.m. there will be a presentation in the Parish Hall. Admission is free.

SARATOGA HORSE SYMPOSIUM: Horse lovers, mark your calendars for the 26th Annual Saratoga Horse Symposium on Saturday, May 20, from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.at the Saratoga County 4-H Training Center, 556 Middle Line Road, Ballston Spa. This celebration of the horse is for new, aspiring and experienced horse owners. Attendees have a unique opportunity to interact with horses, equine veterinarians, and presenters alike. There will also be a Silent Auction offering a great selection of goods and services donated by many local businesses. All proceeds from this annual fundraiser directly benefit educational equine programming and the 4-H Training Center. Doors will open at 9:30 a.m. for registration; classes will begin at 10 a.m. Registration is $15 for adults and $5 for 4-H youth. Food will be available for purchase on the grounds.

SCOHARIE CROSSING: Schoharie Crossing State Historic Site will be participating in the national program called Kids to Parks Day on Saturday, May 20. Bring the kids or grandkids out to the park for a nature program and exploration of the natural wonders of this rich historic site. The leisurely nature walk starts next to the Visitor Center at 11 a.m. and it will take about 90 minutes with interpretive staff. After the walk, children will be encouraged to participate in a craft project.

At 2 p.m, musicians Cosby Gibson and Tom Staudle will be performing an Erie Canal music program at Yankee Hill Lock on Queen Anne Road. These events are free and perfect for families. For information about this event and more, please call the Visitor Center at 829-7516 or email SchoharieCrossing@parks.ny.gov.