Thursday, Sept. 7
CHILDREN’S MUSEUM AT SARATOGA: 10:30 a.m., Science Explorers drop-in for ages 3 and up. Join this popular weekly program to discover the different ways in which science is all around us. 11 a.m., Block Lab for ages 3 and up supports criticial social and congitive skills through team building, creative thinking and problem solving. Free with museum admission. 69 Caroline Street, Saratoga Springs. Call 518-584-5540 for more information. GREEN DRINKS: A “green gathering” for those who work, volunteer, or have a passion for promoting the environment, conservation, and sustainability. 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on the first Thursday of each month at Harvey’s Restaurant and Bar (the “Library Room”), 14 Phila Street, Saratoga Springs. Cash bar. Happy Hour runs until 6:30 p.m. with 1⁄2 priced drafts, wines, and cocktails. Non-alcoholic drinks and food may also be ordered. For more information visit http://www. greendrinks.org/NY/Saratoga%20Springs. INN AT SARATOGA: Jeff Walton, Acoustic Folk Rock. 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., 231 Broadway, Saratoga Springs. KOREAN WAR VETERANS: The September meeting of the Korean War Veterans Assoc., Ch. 60, will be held on Thursday, September 7, at the VFW building on Veterans’ Way, at 1:30 p.m. Veterans’ Way is located off the arterial just north of Saratoga Springs. Veterans who served anywhere during the Korean War or in Korea at any time, spouses, widows and friends are all invited to attend. For further information or for an application to join the organization, please contact Comm. Roger Calkins at 518-584-3037. New members are always welcome. MECHANICVILLE DISTRICT PUBLIC LIBRARY: Stop in every Friday from 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. to enjoy a children’s movie in the library’s children’s area. No registration required, requests accepted. Mechanicville District Public Library 190 N. Main St. Mechanicville. Call 518-664-4646, fax 518-664-8641 or visit http://mechanicville.sals. edu for more information. ROUND LAKE LIBRARY: The Round Lake Library Malta Branch will present a program on the Adirondacks, “The Adirondack Experience,” on Thursday, September 7 at 6:30 p.m. Summit Steward Kayla White will speak on the history and environment of the Adirondack area as well as the Summit Steward Program. Suitable for all ages. Registration is requested. SARATOGA WINE & FOOD FESTIVAL: On September 8-9, Saratoga Performing Arts Center will host the 17th annual Saratoga Wine & Food Festival. Throughout the weekend, guests can enjoy a wide variety of exciting events, including an appearance from Boston Red Sox legend David Ortiz on Friday, a Grand Tasting, classic cars, and more. Visit http://www.saratoga.com/ event/saratoga-wine-foodfestival-63447/ for more information. SKIDMORE COLLEGE: Opening reception for Selected Faculty Exhibition, 5:30 p.m., Schick Art Gallery, Saisselin Art Building. For more information call 518-580-5049.