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Friday, Oct. 20

ANTI-GALA: Join the Albany Barn at 56 Second Street on Friday, October 20 for the sixth annual FUSION ‘antigala.’ In partnership with the Albany Chefs’ Food & Wine Festival, Albany Barn’s FUSION will feature a unique intersection of form and function. Beginning at 6 p.m., guests will enjoy a unique menu by an all female chef line-up, craft wine and beverages, live art installations and exhibitions from Albany Barn’s artists in residence, a silent auction, live music, and much more! Tickets cost $75 (single ticket), $125 (catalyst committee), $200 (catalyst couple), $300 (sustaining catalyst), and are available at albanybarn.org/fusion.

CHILDREN’S MUSEUM AT SARATOGA: Superintendents Day special activities include Challenge in a BOX camp from 9 a.m. to noon and Constructioneers from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Regular Friday activities include Busy Bees drop-in for ages up to 24 months, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., and Wiggles & Giggles drop in for ages 2-5, 11 a.m. to noon. 69 Caroline Street, Saratoga Springs. Call 518-584-5540 for more information.

CLIFTON PARK SENIOR CENTER: Orchestra on the Common, free and open to the public, 1 p.m. Regular Friday schedule: 8:30 a.m., Orchestra on the Common; 9 a.m., Woodcarving, Advanced Tap; 10 a.m., Ballet, Dominoes, Scrapbook Workshop; 11 a.m., Center Big Band, Diabetes Support Group; 12:30 p.m., Beading Buddies; 1 p.m., Scrabble; 2:30 p.m., Osteo Exercise. 6 Clifton Common Court, Clifton Park. Open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. Call 518-3831343 ext. 227 to reserve lunch. For Senior Express transportation call 518-371-4444.

CYBERSECURITY & THE LAW: Presented by the Albany Law Journal of Science and Technology, the Cybersecurity and Privacy Law Center at Albany Law School, and Center for Internet Security. Panels include: Internet of Things; Insurance and Liability; Cyber 101; Cloud Computing and Legal Issues; and Breach Response. October 19-20, Albany Law School, 80 New Scotland Ave., Albany. For more information visit http:// www.albanylaw.edu/about/ events.

FISH FRY FRIDAY: Your choice of baked or fried fish with coleslaw and french fries, plus homemade mac & cheese, homemade clam chowder and dessert. $11 ($12 takeout). 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., Knights of Columbus, 50 Pine Road, Saratoga.

FUTURE OF WORKFORCE READINESS: Join the Rensselaer County Regional Chamber of Commerce at their third annual event focusing on creating partnerships and collaborations between business and education, featuring a panel moderated by Elaine Houston, Anchor of NewsChannel 13. 7:30 a.m. Check-in & Breakfast. 8 a.m. – 9 a.m. Panel Discussion. Goff Middle School, 35 Gilligan Rd, East Greenbush. Register at renscochamber.com/events.

HYDE & SHRIEK: Hyde Hall in Cooperstown hosts Hyde & Shriek Candlelight Ghost Tours at 6 p.m., 6:30 p.m., 7 p.m., and 7:30 p.m. These one hour tours leave from the Kent Center and visit many of the places in the mansion where ghostly manifestations have been reported over 150 years. Tickets $20 per person. Reservations are required – call 607-547-5098 Ext 6; if no reply, leave your name and number and your call will be returned.

JOE SINNOTT: Renowned Marvel Comics Spider-Man illustrator Joe Sinnott will discuss his work at 4 p.m. on Friday, October 20, at the Dutch Ale House in Saugerties. Sinnott, 90, is one of America’s most famous comic illustrators and still does the Sunday Spider-Man comic strip. He will be joined by Janice Chiang, who handwrites all the comic strip’s lettering. The event is part of the month-long Shout Out Saugerties, a festival of arts and ideas. For information go to: shoutoutsaugerties.org.

KIDS’ NIGHT OUT: Drop the kids off at The Children’s Museum for a fun-filled evening. For only $20 ($15 for each additional child) your children will get to play in the Museum’s hands-on exhibits, enjoy a pizza dinner, socialize and party in a community room filled with fun Halloween themed acivities and crafts. Space is limited. Children must be potty-trained. Preregistration required; please call 518-584-5540 no later than Tuesday, October 17 to sign up your child. 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., 69 Caroline Street, Saratoga Springs.

LUNCH & LEARN: Northshire Bookstore partners with the Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce to present a noon lecture luncheon with CEO Bernie Swain, the author of “What Made Me Who I Am,” at The Inn at Saratoga, 231 Broadway. The cost per ticket is $50, which includes lunch, a copy of the book, and a discussion with Mr. Swain. If you wish to send two people and receive one copy of the book, the cost is $75. Register at chamber.saratoga.org

MINI FARMERS’ MARKET: Every Friday, farmer Cliff Samson, as well as Lloyd and Ann Helman, will be at the Saratoga Senior Center bringing you fresh quality vegetables and fruit grown right in Ballston Spa! Selection will grow as the season progresses. Sponsored by Centers Health Care. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., 5 Williams Street, Saratoga Springs.

NORTHSHIRE BOOKSTORE: Author Eric Morser, an Associate Professor of History at Skidmore College, shares his new book, “The Fires of New England: A Story of Protest and Rebellion in Antebellum America.” In the winter of 1834, twenty men convened in Keene, New Hampshire, and published a fiery address condemning their state’s legal system as an abomination that threatened the legacy of the American Revolution. 7 p.m., 424 Broadway, Saratoga Springs. For more information, call 518-682-4200 or 1-855339-5990, or visit www. northshire.com.

PINK BALL: To Life! will host its 13th annual Pink Ball on Friday, October 20, from 6:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. at the Hall of Springs in Saratoga. The Pink Ball is an elegant black tie event to celebrate community leaders who have helped those dealing with breast cancer. Evening includes hors d’oeuvres, dinner, dancing, and a fabulous auction. All proceeds are used to fund To Life!’s extensive education programs, support services and wellness programs held throughout the year. For ticketing information head to http://www.tolife.org/breastcancer/event-registration/. Please call 518-439-5975 or email info@tolife.org with any questions.

PRINCIPESSA ELENA DINNER: The Principessa Elena Society’s monthly fundraiser dinner to benefit Saratoga Children’s Museum takes place on Friday October 20, from 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. The menu includes pasta fagioli, pasta w/ sauce, meatballs w/sauce, sausage/peppers/onions, Italian bread/butter, dessert, coffee/tea. Donations: seniors $8, regular $9, children (512) $5, under (5) free. All take out dinners $10. All are welcome.

SARATOGA SENIOR CENTER: Strides: Lions for Diabetes Awareness, 1:30 p.m.

A short presentation on how to get involved in the November 18 Strides program. Charlie Kuenzel‘s “10 People That Changed the History of Saratoga Springs,” 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Join the Senior Center for an informational and fun filled presentation on the faces that shaped Saratoga Springs, $2/members $5/non-members. 5 Williams Street, Saratoga Springs. Call 518-584-1621 for more information.

WILTON WILDLIFE PRESERVE: Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park encourages people to get out and enjoy the beautiful fall weather by hosting an Autumn Discovery Hikes on October 20 at 4:30 p.m. on the trails at Camp Saratoga. On the nature walk participants learn about the transformative autumn months and how plants and animals adapt and prepare for the winter season. The walk covers about a mile of gently rolling terrain and will not take place if there is rain. Meet at the kiosk in Parking Lot #1 on Scout Road. Preregistration is required. For more information, please call the Preserve & Park office at 518-450-0321 or via email at info@wiltonpreserve.org.

WOMEN IN BUSINESS LUNCHEON: The Chamber of Southern Saratoga County’s Annual Women in Business Fall Luncheon, with the theme “Strike Your Balance,” will be held on October 20 at the Holiday Inn in Saratoga Springs. The presenter is Ruth Tietz, owner of Inspired Yoga for Wellness. The 2017 Women in Business Committee sponsor is St Peter’s Partners and the Luncheon sponsor is KeyBank. The cost for Chamber Members is $55. General Admission is $65. Call the Chamber to register at 518-371-7748 or visit www.southernsaratoga.org.

YADDO GHOST TOUR: Experience the spirit(s) of the garden. Feel the energy and creativity of the forces of the earth. Share in the spiritual intrigue from Native Americans, Edgar Allen Poe, the Trask Family and other contemporary visitors. Tours are held in the garden only (not the Mansion) Friday and Sunday evenings at 5 p.m. through October 29. Docent led tours begin at the Yaddo parking lot and last approximately one hour. Cost $10/person (children 12 and under free). Contact Yaddo at 518-584-0746 or www. yaddo.org for more information.

Saturday, Oct. 21

ALL-COUNTY BAND FESTIVAL: The Galway Central School District hosts the conclusion of the Saratoga-Warren County Music Educators Association (SWCMEA) All-County Band Festival on Saturday, October 21. Approximately 230 student musicians from 17 school districts were selected to participate in the festival based on their evaluation scores from their New York State School Music Association (NYSSMA) solo performances last spring. The students will rehearse with guest conductors on Saturday morning beginning at 9 a.m. for a 2 p.m. performance that is open to the public. Ticket prices are $5 for adults and $3 for students and senior citizens. For more information about the SWCMEA All-County Band Festival, please contact Gary Barrow at 518-882-1033.

ANIMAL SHELTER BENEFIT SALE: Estherville Animal Shelter has cared for abused and abandoned animals for over 60 years. It is a “No Kill”, privately run, non-profit shelter; located in Greenfield Center, Saratoga County. True Elegance Boutique at 124 Milton Avenue, Ballston Spa, will donate 30% of each days’ proceeds to help support the shelter on Saturday, October 21, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday, October 22, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

BASKET PARTY FUNDRAISER: Nipper Knolls Equine Center, Inc. will host a “Basket Party” fundraiser on Saturday, October 21, at the Gansevoort Fire House, 1870 Route 32N, Gansevoort. Doors open at 11 a.m. with drawings starting at 2 p.m. You do not need to be present to win. For those unable to attend on Saturday, doors will be open on Friday, October 20, from 7 p.m. – 8 p.m. with the opportunity to purchase tickets and make selections. The Nipper Knolls Equine Center, Inc. is a 501(c) 3, nonprofit organization dedicated to sharing the joys of horsemanship with children with special needs and military veterans. To learn more about the program visit www.nipperknolls.com or www.facebook.com/nipperknolls. To make a donation of a basket or prize to this special event, contact Roxanne at roxanne_peck@yahoo.com or 518-6429453.

BEER & CIDER SUMMIT: Kraverie Beer Bar on Beekman Street in Saratoga Springs will host a beer and cider tasting on October 21 from 3 p.m. until 7 p.m. A percentage of the proceeds will be donated to Wellspring, the area’s domestic violence and sexual assault crisis service. The seven participating breweries and cideries upstate New York include Common Roots, Schmaltz, and Paradox. Brewery representatives will be on hand to talk about their flagship and seasonal brews. Kraverie will provide free snacks during the tasting. The night will continue with dinning and music by Quitten’Time.

CHILDREN’S MUSEUM AT SARATOGA: S.T.E.A.M. Saturday, 10 a.m. for families with children ages 3 and up. Join the Children’s Museum for a fun and exciting morning filled with programs designed around Science, Technology, Engineering, Artgs and Math. Preregistration required; free with museum admission. 69 Caroline Street, Saratoga Springs. Call 518-5845540 for more information.

CRAFT FAIR: St. Luke’s on the Hill 6th Annual Craft Fair, Bake Sale & Basket Raffle, Saturday, October 21, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free admission and free raffle ticket for entering; get one more for bringing Food Pantry items to donate. Limit one extra per person. Lunch available to purchase, free parking, 40 McBride Road, (for GPS) Mechanicville.

DOGGIE HOWL-O-WEEN: Join Sloppy Kisses on Saturday, October 21, for their annual Doggie HowlO-Ween Costume Parade & Contest in Downtown Saratoga Springs. Checkin at 11:15 a.m. at Sloppy Kisses, 425 Broadway. Costume Parade from Sloppy Kisses to the Parting Glass, 40 Lake Avenue, begins at 11:30 a.m. Costume Contest and Doggie Yappy Hour at the Parting Glass starts at noon. The registration fee is $5.00 per dog. Each dog participating in the event will receive a goodie bag. Pre-registration at Sloppy Kisses ends on Wednesday, October 18. Day of the event registration will be $10 per dog (no goodie bag). Proceeds benefit American Humane’s Hurricane Harvey Relief Fund (seewww.americanhumane.org).

FALL VENDOR SHOW: General Schuyler Rescue Squad is hosting its Fall Vendor Show on Saturday, October 21 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 901 Route 29; Saratoga Springs. Over 35 vendors, refreshments, and raffles. For more information, call Pat at 518-3382329.

FALL FAMILY FESTIVAL: Everyone throughout the local community is invited to Ballston Spa Central School District’s 5th Annual Fall Family Festival on Saturday, October 21. The festival will be held at Ellms Family Farm, 448 Charlton Road, and all attendees will have access to the farm’s amazing on-site activities. $16.75 per person; children under 2 are free. For more information visit http://www. saratoga.com/event/fallfamily-festival-136322/.

FALLING LEAVES FESTIVAL: The Village of Ballston Spa’s Annual Falling Leaves Festival takes place on October 21 from 3 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The parade will kick off on Front Street, with line up at 2:45 p.m. The parade will take the kids through the village to Kelly Park for the remaining activities. This is a free event for the community with games, bouncy houses, costume contest, pie eating contest, crafts, prizes and much more. The rain location for this event will be the Ballston Spa Elks Lodge. For more information please contact the Village office or check out the Ballston Spa Elks Lodge Facebook page.

GENEALOGY CONFERENCE: Pamela Vittorio, popular genealogy lecturer and college professor, will speak at the annual Heritage Hunters Genealogy Conference on Saturday, October 21, at Saratoga Town Hall, corner of Rt. 4 and Rt. 29, in Schuylerville. Pamela specializes in US and Canadian history/genealogy. Conference topics are “Finding Your Loyalist Ancestors;” “Tracking Family Members in Ship Lists;” “Boatmen of the New York State Canals;” and “River Crossings: Northern NY & New England Ancestors in Eastern Ontario & Quebec.” The day begins with registration and coffee at 8:45 a.m. and concludes at 3:15 p.m. The registration fee of $30 for members and $40 for non-members includes a hot lunch, breaks, and exhibits. A $45 option includes HH 2017-2018 membership at $15 and the Conference at $30. Register soon by calling 518-5872978 or email: melfrejo@aol.com.

HALLOWEEN PARTY: The American Legion Auxiliary is giving the children of the village a Halloween Party on Saturday, October 21 at the American Legion Henry Cornell Post 234,Ballston Spa, from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Come in costume and have some fun.

NYS 5-HOUR PRE-LICENSING CLASS: The next NYS 5-Hour Pre-Licensing class will be offered Saturday, October 21, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the First Baptist Church, 45 Washington Street, Saratoga Springs. The cost for the class is $40. To register, call John Rinko at 518-584-2221 or email Rinko Driving School. com. A portion from the class cost is donated to the First Baptist Church.

ROLLER DERBY: Come to the Albany Cap Center October 21 and watch as the Albany All Stars Roller Derby takes the track against Assault City Roller Derby. Doors will open at 6 p.m., and the game will start at 7 p.m. Tickets: $10 pre-sales; Limited quantity of $15 VIP tickets; Kids 10 & under are just $5. Adult tickets will be $12 the day of the event so make sure to buy yours in advance at https:// squareup.com/store/albanyall-stars-roller-derby. A portion of the proceeds will go to the American Cancer Society.

SARATOGA FARMERS’ MARKET: Featuring the annual Pumpkin Festival from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., with live music by TuneFolk, Jimy Graham, and Dave Moore. High Rock Park Pavilions, Saratoga Springs. Approximately 65 vendors will be attending the Saturday market from May to October. See http://www. saratogafarmersmarket.org/ saratoga-farmers-marketvendors/ for a complete vendor list.

SARATOGA RECYCLES: Cleaning out your garage or basement? Make sure your “junk” gets re-purposed instead of ending up in a landfill! Sustainable Saratoga is organizing a communitywide recycling event on Saturday, October 21, from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. in the Saratoga Springs High School parking lot. They’ll be collecting an array of items including clothing, household textiles, electronics, appliances, metal objects, bikes, sewing and needlework supplies, and more. Items can be in any condition, and you don’t have to be a Saratoga Springs resident to participate. For more information or to sign up to volunteer, visit www.sustainablesaratoga.org/projects/zerowaste/recycles-day/.

SARATOGA SENIOR CENTER: Annual Open House, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Explore trips, classes & services available to adults age 50 and up. Learn about volunteer opportunities. One Day 2017 Membership Special, $10. Free and open to the public.5 Williams Street, Saratoga Springs. Call 518-584-1621 for more information.

SKIDMORE COLLEGE: For Skidmore’s Celebration Weekend, classes are open in ballet and modern dance at 10:30 a.m. at Dance Center, Studio 1. For more information, call 518-5805392.

SKIDMORE CONCERT: Concert by Filene Music Scholarship winners, 6 p.m., Arthur Zankel Music Center. For more information call 518-580-5321 or visit www.skidmore.edu/zankel.

SOUP ‘R BANDS 9: A charity fundraiser, “Soup ‘r Bands 9,” to raise awareness for local children and families affected by autism is scheduled for 6 p.m. to midnight on Saturday, October 21 at Roaring Brook Ranch in Lake George. The event will feature a soup tasting from area restaurants, a chance for guests to vote for their favorite soups, a silent auction with donations from area businesses and live music from area bands. Tickets are $20 in advance or $25 at the door. Call 518-744-8952 for more information.

TANG FAMILY SATURDAYS: Check out Dorothy Dehner’s large black sculpture, “Fist,” in the Tang’s atrium. Then using hers as inspiration, make a wooden sculpture out of colored craft sticks. Perfect for families to make together. Special Family Celebration Weekend hours; drop in anytime between noon and 1:30 p.m. Suitable for children age 5 and up along with their adult companions. Reservations are highly encouraged as space is limited and the programs are very popular. For additional information and reservations, or to be added to our Family Saturday e-mail list, please call 580-8080. VOLKSPORTER WALK: Walk in Saratoga Springs on October 21. Registration 9:30 a.m.to 9:55 a.m. for a 10 a.m.. walk. Meet at Four Seasons Natural Foods, 120 Henry Street. 5 K and 10 K options available. Visit Walkescv.org for more information.

WILTON WILDLIFE PRESERVE: Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park encourages people to get out and enjoy the beautiful fall weather by hosting Autumn Discovery Hikes on October 21, and November 4 at 1 p.m. on the trails at Camp Saratoga. On the nature walk participants learn about the transformative autumn months and how plants and animals adapt and prepare for the winter season. The walk covers about a mile of gently rolling terrain and will not take place if there is rain. Meet at the kiosk in Parking Lot #1 on Scout Road. Preregistration is required. For more information, please call the Preserve & Park office at 518-450-0321 or via email at info@wiltonpreserve.org.

WORLD WAR I LECTURE SERIES: “A Spirit of Sacrifice: New York in the First World War,” with Aaron Noble, NYS Museum Curator. 2 p.m., Schenectady County Historical Society, 32 Washington Avenue, Schenectady. Admission to all lectures is $5; free for SCHS members. More information available at schenectadyhistorical.org.

Sunday, Oct. 22

ADIRONDACK BLUEGRASS LEAGUE: Zink and Company and Redwood Hill highlight the Adirondack Bluegrass League show, starting at 1 p.m. at Brookhaven Golf Club, 333 Alpine Meadows, Porters Corners. Non-members $15, members $12, children under 12 and special needs free. For more information visit www.adirondackbluegrassleague.com, email adirondackbluegrassleague@ gmail.com or call 518-2216231.

BAHA’U’LLAH BICENTENNIAL: You are cordially invited to help celebrate the 200th anniversary of the birth of Baha’u’llah, the founder of the Baha’i Faith on Sunday, October 22, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. in the Main Community Room of the Saratoga Springs Public Library, 49 Henry Street. Light refreshments will be served. For further information, please call 518-692-7694, 518-885-0876 or 518-6812839.

BRIDLE AFFAIR: The National Museum of Racing will play host to a wedding show for engaged couples to showcase the venue and provide the opportunity to meet professionals such as caterers, florists, photographers, invitation specialists, bridal salons, tux shops and more. There will also be a variety of door prizes and giveaways. Time: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cost: Free admission.

BURNT HILLS ORATORIO SOCIETY: Haydn’s masterwork, “The Creation,” a fundamental appeal for universal love and fellowship, features soprano Emily Tweedy, tenor Spencer Viator, and baritone John Tibbetts (alumni of Opera Saratoga’s Young Artist Program) and the Oratorio Orchestra. 4 p.m. at the Church of the Immaculate Conception, 400 Saratoga Road, Glenville. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased at the Society’s website (bhos.us) or at the door the day of the performance. Call 518-416-4060 for more information.

CHRISTIAN CONCERT: Singer Paul Gibbs will present a Christian music concert at 6 p.m. on Sunday, October 22 at Oneida Community Church, 197 Sunnyside Road, Queensbury. Gibbs’ music includes praise & worship, traditional hymns & Southern gospel with a blend of original songs. There is no door charge. A free will love offering will be taken. For more concert information, call the church phone at 518-745-8611 or 518-793-2276 or email mbailey90@gmail.com.

HALLOWEEN PARTY: The Milton Eageles Women’s Auxiliary will hold a Holloween Party for the community on Sunday, October 22, from 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. at the Geyser Road Station, 520 Geyser Road, Ballston Spa. Come enjoy games, cookie decorating, punch board and other fun games. Refreshments will be available for purchase.

INDOOR CRAFT/GARAGE SALE: On Sunday, October 22, from 11 a.m. -3 p.m. the popular Elks Ladies Auxiliary Indoor Craft and Garage Sale with over 40 vendors will take place at the Saratoga-Wilton Elks Club off Maple Avenue on Elks Lane. Karen’s Cupboard is back with lots of delicious homemade goodies. Admission is free. All proceeds go to local charities. Tables are $15 for an 8 ft. table; call Linda at 518-289-5470 for more information or to reserve a space.

LYME AWAY 5K: The 2nd Annual Lyme Away 5K Run/ Walk will be held on Sunday, October 22, on the crosscountry course in Cole’s Woods in Glens Falls. The pre-registration deadline to be guaranteed a race shirt is October 8, but registrations will be accepted until 9:30a.m. on the day of the race. Proceeds from the event will help support the educational and advocacy programs of the Lyme Action Network. Participants may register online at LymeAway5K.itsyourrace.com or onsite the day of the race from 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. The race starts at 10 a.m.

NORTHSHIRE BOOKSTORE: Paul Zachos and William Doane, both education experts, will present their book “Knowing the Learner: A New Approach to Educational Information,” which shares a new more effective and more humane approach to educational assessment and evaluation. 5 p.m., 424 Broadway, Saratoga Springs. For more information, call 518-6824200 or 1-855-339-5990, or visit www.northshire.com.

SAWMILL LEGACY: Bryan Clothier has a lifelong interest in sawmills. Several of his ancestors owned and operated sawmills over the past 200 years. Clothier will give a casual and informative talk to the Hudson Mohawk Antique Tools & Trade Association and the Saratoga County Historical Society at 1 p.m. at Brookside Museum, 6 Charlton Street, Ballston Spa. The museum will open their collection for the occasion. Please bring logging items and related collectibles from your collection that will add to Bryan’s educational presentation. The presentation will be preceded by a Tailgate Tool Swap in the museum parking lot. The public is invited to attend. Light refreshments and a HMATTA business meeting will round out the day.

SUNDAY MEDITATION: Buddhist meditations and teachings from all three traditions (Tibetan, Zen, and Vipassana) are offered Sunday mornings from 9 a.m. – 10:15 a.m. at One Big Roof, Center for Mindful Practices,538 Maple Avenue, Saratoga Springs in the Saratoga Health & Wellness Building.

Monday, Oct. 23

CLIFTON PARK SENIOR CENTER: Monday schedule: 9 a.m., Tap Intermediate II; 10 a.m. Jazz Dance, Bocce Ball, Chair Yoga; noon, Clogging; 12:30 p.m., Dominoes; 1 p.m. Bingo, Quilting; 2:30 p.m., Osteo Exercise. 6 Clifton Common Court, Clifton Park. Open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. Call 518-383-1343 ext. 227 to reserve lunch. For Senior Express transportation call 518-371-4444.

CON BRIO AUDITIONS: Con Brio Performing Arts announces auditions for the Jason Robert Brown musical, “The Bridges of Madioson County.” Open auditions will be held at the Strand Theatre, 210 Main Street in Hudson Falls on Monday and Tuesday, October 23 and 24 from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. The production is scheduled to open at the Strand on January 12, 2018. All characters and chorus sing, so please prepare a song and a monologue, and bring the music. Lead sheets are fine. For more information call 518-796-8184 or email Dbchorale@aol.com.

SARATOGA SPRINGS CANDIDATE FORUM: The League of Women Voters of Saratoga County is holding a Candidate Forum for the City of Saratoga Springs at 6:30 p.m. on Monday October 23, at the Saratoga Springs High School Teaching Auditorium, 1 Blue Streak Blvd. Invited are candidates for County Supervisor, Mayor, Commissioner of Public Safety, and City Judge. Candidates make opening statements, take questions

from the audience and make closing statements. For more information, contact Charlotte Druschel at cmdrusch@gmail.com, or call 518-331-1226.

TANG MUSEUM: Entrepeneurial Artist Workshop, 5:30 p.m. For more information call 518-580-8080.

Tuesday, Oct. 24

ACADEMY WINE & JAZZ FUNDRAISER: Join the Academy for Lifelong Learning at the newly-renovated Caffè Lena, 47 Phila Street, Saratoga Springs, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. for this fun fundraising event with jazz pianist John Nazarenko, Skidmore Artist-in-Residence to “Celebrate Silver,” during the Academy’s 25th Anniversary year. Wine donated by Empire Merchants North. Registration is $20 per person. Admission includes two glasses of wine and finger food. To receive a registration form, please contact the Academy at 518-587-2100 x2390 or jeff.shinaman@esc.edu. All proceeds go to Academy programs. For more information on the Academy, go to www.esc.edu/all.

AFTER THE FIRE: After The Fire is a non-profit organization that helps residents of Saratoga County who have suffered a loss due to fire. They are comprised entirely of much-needed volunteers and exist entirely on donations. Family members are provided with gift cards, clothing, personal care items, Red Cross referral, informational material, emotional support - whatever is needed to help the family through an extremely emotional situation. The next meeting will be held at 7 p.m. at Eagle Matt Lee Fire House on Washington Street in Ballston Spa. Anyone interested in becoming a member, or wanting more information, may leave a message at 518-435-4571 or visit www. afterthefire.org.

BIKEATOGA: Join Doug Haller at 10 a.m. on Tuesday mornings for a bike ride through Saratoga Spa State Park. Call the Saratoga Seniro Center front desk at 518-584-1621 to sign up. Meet at the warming hut in the park.

CHILDREN’S MUSEUM AT SARATOGA: Tuesdays for Tots, 10 a.m. to noon drop-in for ages 2-5. A special time for younger visitors to gain preschool readiness skills in a fun and social environment, including play-dough, crafts, activities and friends. 69 Caroline Street, Saratoga Springs. Call 518-5845540 for more information.

CLIFTON PARK SENIOR CENTER: Day trip to Log Cabin Banquet House, Holyoke MA, 9 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. Members $74, nonmembers $80. Regular Tuesday schedule: 8:45 p.m., Exercise to Tape; 9:30 a.m., LCR or Dice 3000, Pinochle, Pool. Billiards; 10 a.m., Tai Chi; 1 p.m., Scrabble, MVP Zumba Gold. 6 Clifton Common Court, Clifton Park. Open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. Call 518-383-1343 ext. 227 to reserve lunch. For Senior Express transportation call 518-371-4444.

SCHOHARIE CROSSING: On October 24, Alden (Joe) Doolittle will present “If Rivers Could Speak, The Stories They’d Tell,” an evening of storytelling at Schoharie Crossing State Historic Site. From the Iroquois and early European settlers to the Revolution and the Erie Canal, Joe will tell how the valley affected the history and development of our nation. The event is free. The program, hosted by the Friends of Schoharie Crossing, starts at 6:30 p.m. Refreshments are served after the performance. For more information about this event, please call the Visitor Center at 518-829-7516, email SchoharieCrossing@parks.ny.gov, or visit Schoharie Crossing State Historic Site’s Facebook page.

SKIDMORE FILM SCREENING: A 5 p.m. screening of the film “Darker Than Blue: Curtis Mayfield” at the Tang Museum will be followed by aQ & A with Don McCormack, former dean of special programs, and filmmaker Caryl Philips, thisyear’s McCormack Visiting Artist-Scholar. For more information call 518-5808080.

TOWN OF SARATOGA: The Timber Harvest law workshop meeting of the Town Board of the Town of Saratoga will be held on Tuesday, October 24, at 10 a.m. at the Saratoga Town Hall, 12 Spring St., Schuylerville.

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