Monday, Sept. 4

HISTORY STROLL: Saratoga Spa State Park docent programs will be offered daily through Labor Day Monday, September 4. Discover park history on a short walk to learn about historic uses for mineral waters, the 1930s spa complex for research and medical treatment, and other park history highlights. Program meets up at 1:30 p.m. at the arcade, outside the administration building, 19 Roosevelt Drive, Saratoga Springs. SECRETARIAT SPOTLIGHT TOUR: The National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame will present a special spotlight tour centered around the racing career and legacy of Hall of Fame member and Triple Crown winner Secretariat on Monday, September 4, the final day of the Saratoga Race Course meeting. Coinciding with Saratoga’s Hopeful Stakes, which Secretariat won in stakes-record time 45 years ago, this guided tour will encompass the entire Museum, with a special focus on sculptures, artwork and memorabilia related to Secretariat and his connections. The tour begins at 10 a.m. and costs $10 for Museum members, seniors and students. The cost is $15 for non-members. Each tour participant will receive an exclusive poster of Secretariat winning the 1972 Hopeful, courtesy of Secretariat. com. Reservations are required and can be made by calling (518) 584-0400 ext. 120. SENIOR SCIENCE DAY: The Dudley Observatory at miSci is committed to lifelong learning and has created programming specifically designed for adults. Come explore the museum on a quiet afternoon, then join the Dudley Observatory for an exciting astronomy lesson on “Our Solar System: The Terrestrial Planets,” presented by Outreach Astronomer, Dr. Valerie Rapson. Cost: Senior Admission to miSci ($10.50 adult, $7.50 child age 3-12, $9 senior 65+), Free for miSci members. 3 p.m., miSci - Museum of Innovation and Science, 15 Nott Terrace Heights, Schenectady. For more information visit https:// www.facebook.com/ events/549610761897175. SPRINGS TOUR: Saratoga Spa State Park docent programs will be offered daily through Labor Day, September 4. Enjoy a short, refreshing springs walk that describes the different mineral springs in the park, how they came to be, and sample some of the sparkling waters. Cups provided. Program meets down by the Creekside Classroom in the Geyser Picnic Area at 10:30